Meaning of reaction image | Babel Free

Definitions

An image used in lieu of text, emoticons or emojis to express one's physical reaction or emotional state.

Internet, formal

Examples

“In its most basic form, the reaction image does what its name suggests: it represents the user's response to written or visual information within a conversation thread with other users”

“A reaction image featuring American comedian and game show host Steve Harvey was used to question the temporary joy felt at the zingers offered by Clinton and Trump.”

“One version of the 'Lonely Theresa May' meme also references the more established 'This is Fine' meme typically used as a reaction image to convey a sense of self-denial 'in the face of a hopeless situation'.”

“Reaction images and gifs are highly prevalent within online fandoms”

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