Meaning & Definition of word "Hep"
Hep
/hɛp/
noun:
- 1. a person who is informed or stylish.
- Example: Everyone at the party was a hep, discussing the newest releases.
adjective:
- 1. informed, knowledgeable, or up to date, especially in relation to current trends or ideas.
- Example: He always seems to be hep to the latest fashion trends.
- 2. cool or stylish.
- Example: That new restaurant is so hep, we should definitely check it out.
- 3. aware of or in tune with the current culture.
- Example: She’s very hep about the music scene in the city.
Etymology
●Circa 1940s, possibly from the phrase 'hep cat', used in jazz culture.
Common Phrases and Expressions
hep cat:
A person who is very fashionable or stylish.
stay hep:
To keep up with trends or remain knowledgeable.
Related Words
hip:
Fashionably up-to-date or trendy.
informed:
Having or showing knowledge of a particular subject or situation.
Slang Meanings of hep
Meaning: Cool; stylish.
● Example Sentence: That vintage jacket is so hep!
Meaning: Knowledgeable about culture or trends.
● Example Sentence: He thinks he's hep because he listens to indie music.