What Does Being ‘Zombied’ Mean? This Dating Trend Is Worse Than ‘Ghosting’; Here's Why

Cyberslang, also known as internet lingo, is a type of non-standard language used by people on the internet to communicate with each other. Some of the most popular internet terms like troll, bump, facepalm, and epic fail have become widely recognized because of their frequent use by millions of people worldwide.

However, sometimes these terms can be confused with behavioral terms like ghosting, spamming, and phubbing.

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Ghosting, which originated in the early 2000s, refers to abruptly ending all communication and contact with a person without any prior warning or justification.?

While initially used in dating and romantic relationships, it has now expanded to refer to abandonment practices among friends, family members, and colleagues.

Recently, a new term that is considered worse than ghosting has emerged in the dating scene. This new trend is known as 'Zombied.' It describes someone who tries to rekindle a dead relationship by sending out-of-the-blue texts on social media after disappearing for a long time.?

Essentially, it's like ghosting, but the person comes back from the dead after a few months.

Singer-songwriter Mariel Darling shared her thoughts on this new dating trend on TikTok, which has now amassed over 2 million views. While this term is relatively new, dating experts say that the behavior of rekindling an old relationship has always existed.?

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However, it can be cruel and leave the other person feeling bewildered.

In conclusion, internet lingo continually evolves, and new terms are constantly emerging. While some words are known and used by millions worldwide, others might quickly lose popularity.?

However, it's important to remember that the behavior behind these terms can have significant positive and negative consequences.?

As always, communicating clearly and respectfully in all our interactions, whether online or in real life, is essential.

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