thin privilege

Intermediate 📱 Gen-Z / Internet Slang

Definition

A hotly debated concept referring to the societal advantages thin people receive, from lower healthcare costs to better job prospects. The controversy lies in whether it's truly an unearned privilege or the result of lifestyle choices—a debate guaranteed to make Thanksgiving dinner awkward.

Example Usage

The sociology professor spent an entire lecture on thin privilege, which immediately started a heated debate in the group chat.

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