Becky
Short for Rebecca
Becky is a given name, a diminutive of Rebecca.
In contemporary slang, a Becky (or basic Becky) is a dismissive term for a white woman perceived as generic, entitled, or obliviously privileged: She called the cops on kids selling lemonade—total Becky move.
The slang usage gained prominence after Beyoncé's 2016 lyric "Becky with the good hair."
stereotype
Fundamental in nature
- privilegedHaving special advantages
- StarbucksUbiquitous coffeehouse chain
- pumpkin spiceWarm autumn seasoning blend
- yoga pantsStretchy fitted exercise trousers
leggings · Karen · blonde · sorority · preppy · mall · selfie · brunch
basic
Fundamental in nature
- privilegedHaving special advantages
- StarbucksUbiquitous coffeehouse chain
- pumpkin spiceWarm autumn seasoning blend
yoga pants · leggings · Karen · blonde · sorority · preppy · mall · selfie · brunch · rosé
nickname
Informal substitute name
- diminutiveVery small, or nickname form
- ElizabethFeminine given name
- SarahFemale name, Hebrew origin
Emily · Jessica · Amanda · Jennifer · Ashley · Samantha · Nicole · Melissa · Stephanie · Rachel
- nicknamesnickname, pet name, alias, handle, moniker
- Fictional BirdsBig Bird, Donald Duck, Daffy Duck, Tweety, Road Runner