What does Goblin mode look like?

OUP defines goblin mode as “a type of behavior which is unapologetically self-indulgent, lazy, slovenly, or greedy.” So, what does that look like? Goblin mode can look wildly different for everyone, but it usually involves discarding social norms and expectations for unruly behavior. Some examples of goblin mode include:

Is 2022 a 'goblin mode'?

Out went highly curated aesthetics. In came raw, unfiltered and real. 2022 was the year of “goblin mode,” defined by Oxford as “a type of behavior which is unapologetically self-indulgent, lazy, slovenly, or greedy, typically in a way that rejects social norms or expectations.” (Sonia Pulido for The Washington Post)

Who won 'Goblin mode'?

With more than 340,000 votes cast, goblin mode was the clear victor with 93 per cent of the vote. "There was a goblin mode lobby that arose during these two weeks, and they really overwhelmed the competition," Grathwohl said. "There were some crypto community members who were really pushing for a metaverse, but clearly the goblins won."

Is Goblin mode a sign of depression?

On the other hand, it’s a sign of depression if someone remains in a constant goblin mode and cares nothing about their appearance. There must be a happy medium," Hafeez tells TODAY.com. Most of us use goblin mode to escape reality, but Zinn says it can have the opposite effect on us in the long run.