kittenfish

Definitions

To fool (someone) on a dating app by presenting oneself in a more favourable light; to engage in kittenfishing.

neologism, transitive

Examples

“Someone who kittenfishes presents themselves unrealistically on their profile, whether they use⟳ heavily edited or old-as-hell pics, or they lie⟳ about their age, occupation or lifestyle.”

“You'll obviously know⟳ you've been kittenfished once you do meet⟳ up for that first date⟳. But psychologist Ana Jovanovic says there are a few signs to look⟳ out for in order⟳ to spot it beforehand.”

“Meeting in person can then feel⟳ like⟳ a significant breach of trust⟳, which many people find⟳ discouraging. "I've been kittenfished several times, and it's always disappointing. It's hard to build⟳ trust⟳ when someone isn't upfront," says another Reddit user.”

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