Baby Boomers often favor more formal language, longer sentences, and traditional communication methods. They may favor face-to-face conversations or phone calls. Boomers might use terms that SEEM outdated to younger generations. Words might include: groovy, right on, chill out, peace out, coolness, and the skinny (gossip).
Below are common phrases from the 1960s and 70s:
Gnarly - When something is scary, challenging, or dangerous.
Chill Out - Take it easy or calm down.
Groovy - Something that is “cool” or “fine.”
Square - Uncool or boring.
Boob Tube - A slang word for television.
Far-Out - referring to something considered bizarre.
Lay It On Me - Asking someone to share what’s on their mind.
Dish It Out - To give advice.”
Threads - A stylish article of clothing
The Skinny Or “spill the tea,” refers to gossip.
Drag - boring.
Catch Some Zs - to get some sleep.
Grody - Something extremely gross.
Fuzz - Another word for police.
Bummer - When someone is disappointed about something.
Peace Out - A way of saying goodbye.
A Gas - Something that is fun or funny.
Fink - A snitch or informer.
Wet Rag - A bore or killjoy.
Split - Leaving somewhere quickly.
Far out/Outta sight - Another way of saying "cool."
Mellow - Relaxed or laid-back.
In the groove - Part of the in-crowd, trendy.
