Internet slang ’67’ named word of the year, what does it mean?

Dictionary.com announced on Thursday that its 2025 Word of the Year is “67” — the viral slang term that began as a meme, became a catchphrase, and now stands as a cultural snapshot of an era where language is more about vibe than vocabulary.

Pronounced “six-seven,” the term has no fixed meaning. It can be used to express indifference, confusion, amusement — or nothing in particular. Online, people use it as an all-purpose response, accompanied by an exaggerated double-palm shrug motion.

Are you confused? Now you know what feeling “67” is like. 

“67 doesn’t translate neatly into words,” Maya Rosenthal, senior editor at Dictionary.com said. “It’s about tone, attitude and shared understanding — the way people connect through humor and absurdity online.”

In other words, it’s a word that means whatever you want it to.

Roots

The origins of 67 can be traced back to late 2024, when the phrase appeared in a viral drill song titled “Doot Doot (6 7)” by rapper Skrilla. What started as a throwaway lyric soon morphed into a meme on TikTok, where creators used 67 to caption videos ranging from relatable frustrations to surreal jokes.

Not sure how to feel about this news? That’s okay. You’re probably just feeling a little 67.