hep
/hep/
Definition
- Adjective:
- Informed about the latest trends; aware and knowledgeable about current fashions, ideas, or styles. This is an informal, somewhat dated slang term meaning to be "in the know" or fashionable.
Usage
- The word hep is used to describe someone who is up-to-date and aware, particularly in the context of popular culture, music, or social trends. It is informal and was most common in mid-20th century American slang.
Examples
- Adjective:
- He's really hep to all the latest jazz musicians.
- She tries to stay hep by reading all the fashion magazines.
Advanced Usage
- "to be hep to something": To be aware of or knowledgeable about a specific thing, often implying insider knowledge.
- Are you hep to the new regulations?
- He wasn't hep to the fact that the meeting had been canceled.
Variants and Related Words
- Hip (adj): The more common and contemporary variant of "hep," with the same meaning of being fashionable or aware.
- That new café is a really hip place.
Synonyms
- Trendy: Very fashionable or up-to-date.
- In the know: Having special or inside information.
- With it (informal): Aware of and interested in new trends.
Antonyms
- Uncool: Not fashionable or socially acceptable.
- Out of touch: Not aware of current ideas or trends.
- Square (slang): A person who is conventional and old-fashioned.
Related Idioms
- "Get hep": To become informed or aware.
- You need to get hep if you want to work in this industry.
Adjective
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