Deadass
What does Deadass mean?
Deadass is seriously, genuinely, completely, or without joking or exaggerating.
Deadass used in a sentence
“I am deadass going to finish the entire assignment tonight.”
This example shows the term in context rather than treating the definition as a literal word-for-word substitution. Slang often depends on tone, audience, and the conversation around it.
How do you use Deadass?
Deadass can emphasize that a statement is sincere, intensify an adjective, or function as a surprised question. The same word may mean seriously, completely, honestly, or are you actually serious depending on its position and tone.
Where did Deadass come from?
Deadass has older documented uses as an intensifier, but its modern conversational meaning is especially associated with New York City slang. It became more visible nationally through hip-hop, memes, and social media during the 2000s and 2010s.
Common variations of Deadass
deadass serious
Completely serious and not joking, exaggerating, or speaking figuratively.
deadass?
A surprised question meaning seriously, really, or are you telling the truth.
I'm deadass
A statement emphasizing that the speaker genuinely means what they are saying.
Deadass: frequently asked questions
What does deadass mean?
Deadass means seriously, genuinely, completely, or without joking.
What does deadass question mark mean?
Used as a question, deadass means seriously, really, or are you actually telling the truth.
Is deadass the same as no cap?
They overlap closely. Both emphasize sincerity, although deadass can also intensify descriptions and function as a surprised question.