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Dope
DOHP
Local meaning
As an adjective, excellent, impressive, stylish, or exciting; as a noun, it can carry several unrelated meanings.
The positive adjective dope became deeply connected with hip-hop culture and remains a flexible compliment. Because the same word can refer to drugs, information, or a foolish person, grammar and sentence context matter.
Example in context
- “That old concert flyer is dope.”
How it is used
Widespread American slang with major circulation through New York hip-hop and media.
approving, enthusiastic
music, design, fashion, performances, discoveries
Widespread American slang with major circulation through New York hip-hop and media.
Do not assume the approving sense when dope appears as a noun. Drug-related meanings may be serious rather than playful.
Spelling and scope
Widespread American slang with major circulation through New York hip-hop and media.
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Frequently asked questions
Does dope mean good?
As a slang adjective, yes. It can mean excellent, impressive, or exciting.
Can dope mean drugs?
Yes. It has several noun meanings, including drug-related senses, so the surrounding sentence is essential.
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All words →Evidence and further reading
These sources support the regional association, dictionary sense, or broader spread. The entry remains open to correction from New York speakers and qualified reviewers.
- dopeMerriam-Webster
Dictionary senses of dope, including the adjective meaning excellent and several unrelated noun meanings that require context.
- The Life Cycle of Internet SlangarXiv
Research on how slang spreads, changes, and becomes less locally exclusive online.