faux-mo

When a generation lacking any clear, unique identity attempts (in inconsistant, questionably sincere and argueably futile ways) to label and define itself and/or it's cultural elements. This is generally characterized by a sort of quiet desperation, thinly veiled hostility and confusion.

Related to but not synonymous with post-moderism aka "po-mo."

Excessive use of labels such as "emo" and "goth" is very faux-mo.

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