Serious George

Intermediate 📱 Gen-Z / Internet Slang

Definition

A playful jab at someone who kills the vibe by taking a joke or lighthearted comment too seriously, turning fun banter into an awkward lecture.

Example Usage

I was just joking about the prank, but Mark had to go full Serious George and lecture me about safety.

Source: Urban Dictionary (https://www.urbandictionary.com/define.php?term=Serious%20George&defid=7187641)

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