CaliSlang

ratchet

rach-itadjective, noun
SlangStrongDifficulty 1 of 3: Widely known

Definition

Loud, obnoxious, or low-class, often used to describe inappropriate or uncultured behavior.

In simple English: Messy, loud, or acting with no class.

Examples

  • The comments got ratchet real fast.

  • Don’t bring ratchet energy into my house.

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Track
Slang
Region
Statewide
Part of speech
adjective, noun

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