Definition

When a non-Black person adopts African American Vernacular English or stereotypical Black speech patterns, usually coming across as inauthentic and cringey. It's cultural appropriation meets awkward impression.

Example Usage

He switched on his blaccent the moment he walked into the studio, and everyone just stared.

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