Teen Slang · Safety to watch

What does “Zooted” mean?

Very intoxicated, usually from marijuana or alcohol. 'He was zooted last night.'

Where “Zooted” comes from

Slang of uncertain origin, popularized through hip-hop and social media in the 2010s.

Why teens actually say it

A casual word for being high or drunk.

What it means for you as a parent

A substance-use term. If your teen uses it about themselves or close friends, it's worth a gentle check-in.

How it’s used

  • “He was straight zooted at the party last night.” Describing someone very high or drunk. Factually, this flags real substance use.
  • “They came back zooted and couldn’t stop laughing.” Casual retelling; worth noting it points to intoxication among teens.

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