Emo
(noun)
- A style of rock music characterized by emotional, often confessional lyrics.
- A subculture associated with this style of music, characterized by a focus on emotional expression, often through fashion, hairstyles, and alternative forms of self-expression.
Origin:
Shortened form of the word "emotional".
Examples:
- He was a fan of emo music and often wore black clothes and eyeliner.
- The emo band sang about their heartaches and struggles in their lyrics.
- The emo subculture is often associated with feelings of melancholy and introspection.
- The emo concert was filled with fans dressed in black, moshing to the music.
- The emo culture is characterized by a strong sense of community among its fans.