Dopest: meaning, definitions and examples

🔥
Add to dictionary

dopest

 

[ ˈdoʊpɪst ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

slang usage

The term 'dopest' is a superlative form of 'dope', used in slang to describe something as being the best, coolest, or most impressive. It often refers to trends, styles, or experiences that are highly regarded or admired within a particular youth culture or community.

Synonyms

best, coolest, finest

Examples of usage

  • That concert was the dopest!
  • She has the dopest style in our school.
  • This new game is the dopest I've ever played.

Translations

Translations of the word "dopest" in other languages:

🇵🇹 incrível

🇮🇳 धमाकेदार

🇩🇪 cool

🇮🇩 keren

🇺🇦 крутий

🇵🇱 świetny

🇯🇵 すごい

🇫🇷 génial

🇪🇸 genial

🇹🇷 harika

🇰🇷 멋진

🇸🇦 رائع

🇨🇿 skvělý

🇸🇰 skvelý

🇨🇳 棒极了

🇸🇮 super

🇮🇸 frábært

🇰🇿 керемет

🇬🇪 დიდებული

🇦🇿 mükəmməl

🇲🇽 increíble

Word origin

The word 'dope' has its origins in the early 19th century, derived from the Dutch word 'doop', meaning 'sauce' or 'dip'. Initially used to refer to a thick sauce or preparation, it transitioned into slang to denote a variety of substances that could alter perception or consciousness. By the late 20th century, particularly within hip-hop culture and youth subcultures, 'dope' evolved to describe anything that was perceived as extremely good or cool. The superlative 'dopest' emerged as a natural linguistic step in this evolution, allowing speakers to express absolute praise or acclaim, particularly in a casual, vernacular manner. The usage is prevalent in music, fashion, and street culture, signifying something that is not just good but stands out as exceptional.