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Sub-cultural appropriation

The adaptation of a sub-culture by non fans/fashionistas.

Example of sub-cultural appropriation:

"Omg Becky, where did you get that trasher shirt I LOVE it."

"I got it at target! It was in the sub-cultural appropriation aisle, next to The Grateful Dead, Nirvana, and Harley Davidson March!"

by Terpthederp September 15, 2020


Karma Culture

A form of internalized social anxiety that sharing content will result in embarrassment, whether because the content does not receive enough appreciation, or fear they will not have enough clout to influence.

I would share that link, but I don't want to engage in karma culture.

by asp9 October 29, 2019


Cultural Conclusion

Forming a general conclusion about a specific culture.

Man 1: "Everything made in China is crappy quality..."

Man 2: "Hey , don't be making any cultural conclusions."

by Maddog7751 April 6, 2016


Crippling Culture

Mainstream culture spread by corporate media with the intention of keeping the youth ignorant and violent.

"We don't have a gun problem, we have a crippling culture problem."

by Forkskin October 1, 2022


cultural loading

When a group of international people (mixed) unload on an unsuspecting person/s.

James had a great time cultural loading on the weekend.

by 24romanleader December 18, 2024


Organi-cultural Deviance

Organi-cultural deviance derives its meaning from the words to ORGANIZE; to function as a structured unit CULTURE; meaning the set of shared attitudes, values, goals, and practices that characterizes an institution or organization, and DEVIANCE; meaning behavior that differs from what is normal or accepted.

Organi-cultural deviance is used to describe a corporate culture which has been socialized to engage in deviant acts (Husted, 2008, p. 140)

Organi-cultural deviance explains the deviant behaviors (defined by societal norms) engaged in by individuals or groups of individuals. The term organi-cultural deviance is also used to describe social, situational and environmental factors giving rise to corporate crime.

Husted, C. (2008). Systematic Differentiation Between Dark and Light Leaders: Is a Corporate Criminal Profile Possible. Capella University.

by sbmconsultingservices March 9, 2012


Ethno-Cultural-Self-Actualizationism

Known by the Acronym ECAS (pronounced ee-kas) Coined by, Reuel-Azriel, in his book “Don’t Call Me Black, Call Me Bulan.

Ethno-Cultural-Self-Actualizationism" is a term that combines the concepts of ethno (referring to ethnicity), cultural (referring to culture), and self-actualizationism (referring to the process of achieving one's full potential) into a single word.

This term implies a focus on the exploration and development of cultural and ethnic identity as a means of achieving personal growth and fulfillment. It suggests a process of self-exploration and transformation that involves embracing and celebrating one's cultural heritage and identity, while also striving to reach one's full potential as an individual.

Many individuals find that practicing ethno-cultural-self-actualizationism helps them better understand and appreciate their cultural roots, while also empowering them to pursue their personal goals with a strong sense of identity and purpose.

by Reuel-Azriel May 9, 2023