Meaning of vlogpology | Babel Free

Definitions

An apology video; a video, typically uploaded to video-sharing service YouTube, in which an Internet celebrity/influencer apologises for, or addresses, public backlash, especially in an insincere manner.

derogatory, neologism, rare

Examples

“fucking RUINED this guy myers needs a vlogpology without hte^([sic]) mask ...SHOW⟳ YOURSELF MYERS !”

“And this is what he was trying to do. A vlog apology. Vlogpology. 👌”

“vlogpology (noun): when a famous YouTuber becomes embroiled in a controversy, makes headlines, and releases an apology video.”

“My findings also show⟳ that vlogpologies are often created when the vlogger is under extreme duress and may be uncomfortable with being told to apologise, which can result⟳ in non-apologetic language and seem insincere.”

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