FOR many, the word “brat” will conjure up images of a child having a tantrum or John McEnroe losing it on the tennis court. But not if you are Gen Z — because Collins English Dictionary says it is the word of 2024 and means someone “characterised by a confident, independent and hedonistic attitude”. 3 Charli XCX has made 'brat' the word of 2024 thanks to her hit album Credit: Getty 3 Brat celebrates the singer's 'flaws and f***-ups' Credit: Refer to Caption The new use is inspired by pop singer Charli XCX’s album Brat, which celebrated her “flaws and f***-ups”.
Even US presidential candidate Kamala Harris referenced the record’s green cover in her campaign. Try this quiz to help you understand how “brat” you are . .
. 1. Someone lights a fag near you in an outside restaurant.
Do you: a) Ignore it. b) Ask them politely to smoke elsewhere. c) Say, “Have you got a spare cig?” read more on charli xcx BRATS OUT Inside Charli XCX's celeb-packed Brat fashion week party PHANTOM OF THE POPERA Charli XCX & Emma Corrin left shaken after haunted set halts filming 2.
When out shopping for a new outfit, do you: a) Buy a grey jumper at M&S. b) Think a Superdry hoodie is edgy. c) Decide the strappy white top would look good with no bra and a short skirt.
3. When someone offers you weed, do you: a) Say, “That’s nice, but I already have enough stinging nettles in my garden.” b) Tell them you’re not into that skunk stuff and marijuana isn’t what it was.
c) As.