Phrase guide

be cool

intj · 2 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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Meaning 1

Used to implore someone to not reveal illegal or improper activity.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: imperative

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Meaning 2

Used to remonstrate someone for being (inadvertently) awkward, nerdy, geeky, or embarrassing.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: imperative

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History

Etymology

From be + cool.