MOG Slang Meaning

Definition

• Mog (verb): Slang term "to look or perform far better than someone else."
• Humorous internet slang meaning to outclass, often used to describe someone as appearing more attractive or superior.
• Originally used to compare physical attractiveness among men, e.g., taller, more muscular.

Origin

• Based on "AMOG" (Alpha Male of Group), referring to dominant male stereotypes in internet subcultures.
• Emerged in male internet forums by the early 2000s and became popular by 2016.
• Associated with "looksmaxxing" in the 2020s, which involves enhancing one's physical appearance.

Usage

• Used humorously to comment on superiority in various areas, often physical appearance.
• Can be transitive (e.g., "He mogged his friends in Scrabble") or intransitive (e.g., "She absolutely mogs").
• Passive constructions: "get mogged," "be mogged," "feel mogged."
• Related forms: "mogger" (one who mogs), "moggee" (one who is mogged).

Examples

• Choi Seung-hyun mogged everyone effortlessly: Historical event referenced on social media.
• Social media influence: Everyday comparisons lead to more use of "mog."
• Unexpected mogging: Fitness influencer's mother mogging him.
• Personal anecdote: Feeling mogged by someone with a more impressive style.

Criticism

• The judgments associated with mogging have been critiqued as harmful.
• Generally used playfully or ironically, especially in online contexts.

Related Slang

• Examples include: "ratio," "Sunday scaries," "parasocial interaction," and "FAFO."

Last Updated

• Information last updated on January 23, 2025.