Boujee

Definition

Aspiring to or characteristic of a luxurious or wealthy lifestyle; high-class. Often used to describe people, places, or things that are perceived as fancy, expensive, or ostentatious.

Examples

• She only drinks boujee coffee from that expensive cafe.
• They went on a boujee vacation to a private island.

Origin & Context

Derived from 'bourgeoisie,' referring to the middle/upper class. Popularized in hip-hop culture, notably by the Migos song 'Bad and Boujee.'

For Parents & Educators

Can sometimes be used ironically or to imply someone is trying too hard to appear wealthy or sophisticated.