Ghosting

Gen Z Slang

Definition

Suddenly cutting off all communication without explanation—ignoring messages and effectively disappearing, often in dating or social contexts.

Examples

"After a week of flirty snaps and texts, he started ghosting me—left me on read and basically disappeared."

"I’m so over ghosting on dating apps; if you’re not into it, just say so instead of vanishing."

"Her sudden ghosting freaked our friend group out—she stopped replying, ignored every message, and went off the grid."