hoodear

Hoodear is a term that has emerged in online communities, particularly on social media platforms, to describe the act of intentionally ignoring or dismissing someone's message or presence, often while being online or actively engaged in digital communication. The term is a portmanteau of "hood" and "hear," suggesting a deliberate choice to not listen or acknowledge.

This behavior can manifest in various ways. It might involve deliberately not replying to direct messages, seeing notifications and choosing to ignore them, or pretending not to see a message that has been read. In some contexts, it can also refer to consciously avoiding engagement with a particular user's content or comments. The motivations behind hoodearing can vary, ranging from simple disinterest and a desire to avoid conflict to more deliberate attempts to signal disapproval or distance oneself from another individual.

While the term is informal and primarily used in casual online settings, the underlying behavior can have social implications. It can lead to feelings of frustration or hurt in the person being hoodeared, and can be interpreted as rudeness or disrespect. The prevalence of hoodearing is linked to the nature of digital communication, where the absence of immediate non-verbal cues can sometimes make it easier to disengage without direct confrontation. It is generally considered a passive-aggressive form of communication.