spruude
Spruude is a term originating from online communities and social media platforms, predominantly used to describe a person who actively promotes or advertises products, services, or personal content in a manner that is often perceived as overly self-promotional or insistent. The word is a blend of "spruik," a colloquial Australian term meaning to promote or hype something, and the suffix "-ude," which may imply a particular attitude or behavior associated with the act.
Typically, spruudes are characterized by their frequent posting of promotional material, such as links to products,
The term gained popularity within niche online communities and social media circles, particularly among younger users
Despite its informal and slang-like nature, "spruude" highlights ongoing conversations about online behavior, digital marketing ethics,