dude

/dʌd/ or /duːd/

Definitions

1. noun

a man, especially a young or informal one; a friend or acquaintance

“He’s such a cool dude.”

2. interjection

a term used to express friendship, camaraderie, or affection, especially in informal settings

“Dude, that was an amazing concert!”

3. verb

to deal with or handle something, often in a casual or laid-back manner

“Just dude the situation and let it go.”

4. adverb

used to emphasize a point or to express a sense of casualness

“I’m totally dude-ing it today, no worries.”

Synonyms

  • buddy
  • fellow
  • guy
  • pal

Antonyms

  • enemy
  • rival
  • stranger