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[-] tory@lemmy.world 160 points 8 months ago

Using the term "normies" paints you as having a superiority complex, which isn't the best look.

[-] alyth@lemmy.world 36 points 8 months ago

Really? I just interpreted the use of normie here as "layperson" or "average user" and thought it was completely harmless.

[-] MxM111@lemmy.world 0 points 5 months ago

Yes, it means layperson, but with derogatory cense. It is like using the n-word to describe black people (though not as extreme). If you mean average user, just say average user, unless you really mean to use derogatory term, that is.

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