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psych
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used to indicate that one has deceived or tricked someone, often in a playful or mocking manner
Humorous
Slang
What does "psych" mean in slang?
The term "psych" is used to indicate that a previous statement was a joke or deception, effectively retracting or reversing what was just said. The structure is a clipped form of "psyche," used as an interjection to signal trickery or mockery. It is informal slang commonly used in playful or teasing contexts to show that someone has been misled or "gotten," often in a lighthearted way.
Examples
You really thought I was going to give you my last piece of pizza? Psych!
