The opposite of a glow-up — appearing to have declined rather than improved.

Underrated — overlooked despite being genuinely good.

Hyping someone up with enthusiastic praise to boost their confidence.

A term of praise and affirmation, used as both address and compliment.

A term of address for a friend — or for a complete stranger you're about to disagree with.

A boast disguised as a complaint or a modest observation.

An exclamation of shock at something impressive — as though it blew your wig off.

Delivered an exceptional performance — sang, danced or acted extraordinarily well.

A commercial failure — or, in stan hands, a weapon for attacking rival fandoms.

Memorable and definitive — a moment that will be referenced forever.

A term of ultimate reverence for a female artist or icon — "she is mother".

An observation that expectations of partners have fallen absurdly low.

A warning sign about someone's character or behaviour.

To miss completely — a shot, a hit, or an attempt at anything.

A dismissive reply implying a problem is your own fault for not being good enough.

Short for "difference" — blaming a loss on one player being outclassed.

Abruptly leaving a game out of frustration, usually mid-match.

Being furious in a way that's funny to watch — a blend of "mad" and "balding".

Playing worse because you're frustrated, in a spiral that makes you angrier still.

Winning a critical moment under maximum pressure, often against the odds.

To lose a game you were winning, usually through your own mistakes.

Easy — a taunt implying the opponent was no challenge.

Good Game — said at the end of a match, sincerely or sarcastically.

Past your prime — no longer as good as you used to be.