Jebaited

What does Jebaited mean?

Tricked

Jebaited is a slang term that indicates that someone has been “tricked,” “trolled,” or “deceived.” It’s a word that’s often used within the gamer community, having been created from a Twitch emote that depicts Mark Johnson, a well-known event organizer, looking surprised.

On Twitch, the Jebaited emote is commonly used as a warning to streamers that a viewer might be trying to trick or troll them in the chat. If the streamer falls for the viewer’s trick, they might say they’ve been jebaited, and the chat might fill with the Jebaited emote.

The term Jebaited has become popular not just because it’s linked to a well-liked Twitch emote. It’s also because it’s a fun word to say. Jebaited is easier to say than “tricked” or “baited,” and it lets gamers stress the sense of betrayal they feel when they get jebaited.

Example for using ‘Jebaited’ in a conversation

Hey, did you see the new video game trailer?

Yeah, I watched it. But I think it’s just another generic shooter.

Nah, you’re just jebaited by the flashy graphics. The gameplay looks amazing!

Well, I guess we’ll have to wait and see. But I’m not getting my hopes up.