Last week we looked at some words used by Generation Alpha, the most recent group of people to develop their own special vocabulary.

The focus was on some words used by the group — born between 2010 and 2025 — that generally carry negative connotations. This time we’ll look at some more positive slang used by Gen Alpha as well as some terms they bandy about on social media.

Let’s start with “gyatt,” pronounced either “GY att” or “GEE yat” (both with a hard G) depending on which internet “expert” you believe. However you pronounce it, “gyatt” is defined as a slang term used to express strong excitement or surprise.

“Bussin’” is what the youngsters say to describe something – especially food – as very good or excellent. “That pizza was bussin.’” Maybe it was even good enough to be “lit,” an adjective that’s used to describe something that’s impressive, as in “mad lit.” Or perhaps it was “fire,” excellent or amazing.

But what if that pie wasn’t so good, what could you do with it then? This is where the word “yeet” comes in handy. “Yeet” is a slang term used to express excitement, approval or emphasis when throwing something both literally and figuratively.

There seems to be almost no end to the words and terms the Gen Alpha crowd use when talking about their friends and acquaintances. For instance, “bruh” is a casual term for “bro,” “brother” or “dude,” while “fam” can refer to someone who’s such a close friend that they’re considered a part of the family. For even closer relationships your “twin” is your best friend, while “pookie” is someone you love.

Someone you may or may not love is a “chad alpha” (a strong attractive male leader). He’s the guy who’s so “based” (being himself and not caring what others think) that he feels free to be “savage” (daring or bold). You could say that the guy has an “aura,” a word used to define someone’s unquestionable confidence. “Sigma” is similar to “chad alpha”: cool and confident in an independent way.

Another person who probably possesses the same confidence is a “snack” (someone who looks attractive) who has managed to “glow up” (have a significant transformation for the better) to the point where she’s now “gucci“ (good or cool in a high quality or stylish way).

Her “drip” (exceptional style) is so awesome that she can’t help but to “flex” (boast or show off her possessions, achievements or abilities). She’s so “snatched” (looking good or stylish) that she’s able to mog (look better than) all her friends without even trying.

Finally – and appropriately – I’m “finna” (fixing to) give you the “fax” (facts, that’s true): This column is over. Periodt. (Also spelled “period” and used to emphasize truthfulness or announce “end of discussion.”)

Jim Witherell of Lewiston is a writer and lover of words whose work includes “L.L. Bean: The Man and His Company” and “Ed Muskie: Made in Maine.” He can be reached at [email protected].