LIT

LIT

Lit” is a slang term that means “exciting,” “cool,” or “amazing.” It’s a word that’s often used to describe a fun, energetic, and lively atmosphere, or to express approval or excitement about something.

As a parent, you might be trying to understand your child’s messages and come across the term “lit.” This term is often used in online conversations, texting, and in real-life conversations among younger people, and can give you a better understanding of your child’s excitement level or approval of something.

For example, if your child says “This party is lit,” they’re expressing their approval of the party and how much fun they’re having. Similarly, if they say “This new video game is lit,” they’re expressing their excitement and approval of the new video game.

So, when trying to understand your child’s messages, keep an eye out for the term “lit.” By understanding what it means and the context in which it’s used, you’ll have a better idea of your child’s excitement level or approval of something. Whether they’re talking about a party, video game, movie, or anything else, “lit” is a way of expressing that they find something exciting, cool, or amazing.

PixelatedDad

Dr. Chris Spencer, better known as PixelatedDad, is a retro gaming enthusiast and self-proclaimed geek who’s a few pixels short of a full sprite. Despite his age, he’s young at heart, often immersed in games older than his kids, with the reflexes of a sloth and the aim of a blindfolded monkey—but still determined to save the pixelated princess, one clumsy jump at a time. Beyond gaming, Chris is a distinguished computer scientist with a doctorate, a Fellow of the Royal Astronomical Society (FRAS), and a member of the Sherwood Observatory and the Planetary Society. As a Dark Sky Ambassador, he’s passionate about preserving the natural night sky and reducing light pollution. Chris is also a husband, proud dad of two sets of twins (#TwinsTwice), and a multitasker extraordinaire who balances coding, stargazing, 3D printing, and snuggling his loyal sidekick, Doggo McStuffin. Whether he’s gaming, championing dark skies, or exploring the cosmos, life for Chris is a journey worth every pixel.