We all use the abbreviations LOL, ROFL and LMAO a lot. With friends and family, text messages are filled with these abbreviations. Sometimes, it might get boring to use the same internet terms over and over again. There is another term on social media that perfectly describes a reaction to jokes, amusement and anything funny. IJBOL is an abbreviation that is used on social media and over texts to react to something funny and show how amused you are with something.
If you are someone who loves posting memes and funny content online, then IJBOL is a very feasible abbreviation to keep in your social media dictionary. It can be used by any age group and is a very lightweight term. You can even use it with work buddies. However, make sure not to use it in professional conversations.
Synonyms –
- LOL
- ROFL
- LMAO
Examples –
“She tripped over and fell yesterday and we made a GIF out of it. When she saw it she was laughing too. IJBOL every time I look at this GIF.” Here the term is perfect as it is a funny situation and it expresses the reaction accurately.
“I was so amused by the Rom-com that IJBOL every few minutes. It is so funny. I’d suggest you give it a watch already.” Here the person is explaining how funny the movie was and is urging his/her friend to watch the movie as well.
“Why can’t I ever find a date that is sane? IJBOL at my situation all the time since I’ve gotten used to it by now.” In this case, the person is humorously mocking himself and his situation. This term can be used this way as well.
“We wouldn’t have judged her if it was not for her self-boasting. The outfit that she wore looked hideous and she went on and on about how amazing it was. IJBOL just thinking about it.”
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