chuunibyou

Meanings

• noun

  A term used in Japanese pop culture to describe someone who has a delusional belief in their own superiority and grandiose imagination, often acting out these fantasies in public.

  - "His chuunibyou behavior became more noticeable as he grew older."
  - "She was embarrassed when her friend exposed her chuunibyou alter ego online."

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Variants

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churn out , churned out , churning out , churns out

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Etymology

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Derived from the light novel series 'Chuunibyou Demo Koi ga Shitai!', where the main character suffers from this condition.

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Trivia

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1. The term 'chuunibyou' is derived from the number 2-chi, which in Japanese school settings refers to the second-year students in middle school.

2. Chuunibyou is often used as a self-deprecating term by individuals who recognize their own delusional tendencies.

3. The term gained widespread popularity after the release of the Chuunibyou Demo Koi ga Shitai! light novels and anime series.

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1. Dere: A term used to describe a character who starts off acting cold or aloof, but later reveals a more loving and caring side, often in an exaggerated manner. Chuunibyou and dere are sometimes used together in anime and manga.

2. Otaku: A term used to describe someone who is obsessed with a particular hobby or interest, often to an extreme degree. Chuunibyou can be seen as a subtype of otaku, as the character often has grandiose fantasies and delusions related to their obsession.

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Culture

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Chuunibyou is a common trope in Japanese anime, manga, and light novels, often used for comedic effect. It can also be found in music and art, such as the band Chuunibyou de Gun and the manga Chuunibyou Lite!

How to Memorize "chuunibyou"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize a person acting out grandiose fantasies in public, believing themselves to be a powerful hero or magical being.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'chuunibyou' with delusional beliefs and grandiose imagination.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Create a mnemonic device by remembering the phrase 'Chuunibyou: Delusional Superiority'.

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