"divorced guy energy" meaning in English

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Noun

Etymology: Adapted from big divorce energy with reference to the stereotype of men reacting to divorce more negatively than women. Etymology templates: {{m|en|big divorce energy}} big divorce energy Head templates: {{en-noun|-}} divorced guy energy (uncountable)
  1. (slang, derogatory) A psychological state stereotypically characteristic of a recently-divorced man, often conceptualized as being pathetically arrogant or tryhard while also filled with anger, resentment, or melancholy. Tags: derogatory, slang, uncountable Categories (topical): Emotions, Internet memes, Marriage
    Sense id: en-divorced_guy_energy-en-noun-nwZ-lxYt Categories (other): English entries with incorrect language header

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