Delulu
Popular/də-loo-loo/
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LIKELY MEANING IN THIS CONTEXT
Playfully delusional
Having unrealistic beliefs or hopes, usually said jokingly.
EXAMPLE“I know it is delulu, but I think they will notice me.”
USED BYGen Z, Gen Alpha
POPULARITYPopular
SAFETYUse with care
CATEGORYInternet, Reaction
REGIONGlobal
TONEPlayful, sometimes dismissive
ALSO WRITTEN AS
DETAILED EXPLANATION
Delulu is a shortened, humorous form of delusional. It is often used for unrealistic confidence, hopes or fantasies.
REGIONAL TREND SNAPSHOT
How current is “Delulu”?
🌐Global
popular88/100 · checked 30 July 2026
🇺🇸United States
popular87/100 · checked 30 July 2026
🇦🇺Australia
popular90/100 · checked 30 July 2026
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EDITORIAL RESEARCH
Reviewed entry
Original SlangCheck entry reviewed during the Stage 3 regional expansion.
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