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Gen-Z Finds ‘Passive-Aggressive’ Thumbs Up Emoji Unappealing

Gen Z differs quite a bit from the generations that came before them.

While we might not grasp all their habits and viewpoints, it’s worth trying to understand some so we can stay informed and connected.

This article will explore how something that seems harmless to us might actually come across as ‘rude’ to someone from Gen Z.

Read on to find out more…

Just as Baby Boomers and Gen Xers once scratched their heads over millennials, now it’s Gen Z’s turn to leave everyone a little baffled. Like every new generation, Gen Z shows certain behaviors that aren’t always easily understood by those who are a bit older.

Many young people today seem to view the ‘thumbs up’ emoji as less than friendly, often interpreting it as ‘passive-aggressive’ — with some even describing it as potentially ‘triggering.’