An trophy asian is an asian who can be excused from his or her asian-ness because he or she possesses many (or at least some) of the desirable qualities of a likeable, human being.
The trophy asian is the asian kid who's going to Harvard that does not have glasses, braces, or a skinny body, but has some athleticism, some good-looks, and the ability to score good-looking, non-asian chicks.
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A wife who meets the report card requirements of an Asian tiger mom in-law. While still human, an Asian trophy wife is valued for her degrees, academic credentials, and/or professional achievements. An Asian trophy wifeβs personality, beauty, or goals in life are secondary. The more impressive the resume, the better the trophy.
βMy mother in law only likes me because I have a PhD.β
βOh, you mean youβre an Asian trophy wife!β