Goated
/ˈɡoʊtɪd/noun
Slang meaning extremely good, legendary, or the greatest of all time.
Did you know?‘Goated’ is a recent slang formation from GOAT, an acronym for ‘greatest of all time,’ and it has no ancient occult root—its power comes from modern internet ritual and repetition.
Etymological Timeline
20th Century
English
goat
“The common animal, later used in slang as a symbol in sports and pop culture.”
1990s
English
GOAT
“An acronym for ‘greatest of all time,’ popularized in American sports and entertainment.”
2000s
English
goated
“Slang adjective meaning exceptionally excellent or legendary.”
Modern English
English
goated
“Used online and in speech to praise someone or something as elite or unmatched.”