Deadass
New York slang meaning seriously or genuinely, used to emphasize that a statement is completely true.
Example
Someone says the train is running local tonight, you look skeptical, and they answer with one word: deadass.
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Frequently asked questions
Can a visitor use deadass without sounding fake?
Risky. Locals grew up with it. Understanding it earns points, forcing it loses them.
What does it mean when someone replies just deadass?
It means seriously, no joke, I mean it. As a question, deadass? means are you serious?
Is deadass rude or offensive?
No. It is casual emphasis, not profanity, and it works in friendly conversation. The only risk for a visitor is sounding forced rather than sounding offensive.
