Achievement whore means: A person who plays video games for the primary purpose of unlocking achievements.. It is informal slang, fine in casual speech but not suited to formal contexts. There is no real cause for parental concern; it is descriptive vocabulary rather than risky behaviour. If your teen uses it, context will usually make the intent clear. A short, curious question about where they heard it is usually all that is needed to know whether to follow up.
achievement whore
(video games, slang) A person who plays video games for the primary purpose of unlocking achievements.
əˈt͡ʃivmənt ˈhɔɹDocumented since 2000s2000sGen Z139 viewsLast reviewed Jun 29, 2026＋ Add a definition
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#1·Apr 26, 2026Global
(video games, slang) A person who plays video games for the primary purpose of unlocking achievements.
For parents
Achievement whore means: A person who plays video games for the primary purpose of unlocking achievements.. It is informal slang, fine in casual speech but not suited to formal contexts. There is no real cause for parental concern; it is descriptive vocabulary rather than risky behaviour. If your teen uses it, context will usually make the intent clear. A short, curious question about where they heard it is usually all that is needed to know whether to follow up.
For ESL learners
achievement whore means: A person who plays video games for the primary purpose of unlocking achievements.. Register: very informal, slang. Suitable only for casual conversation, chat and social media. Do not use in business, academic or news writing. Common learner mistake is using the word in a register it does not fit, or assuming a single global meaning; always check the context before producing it yourself.
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Slang is read by different audiences for very different reasons. The For parents view re-explains the term in plain, non-judgemental language so a caregiver can understand what their child means without needing the surrounding subculture. The For English learners view focuses on register (when it's safe to use), formal alternatives, and common mistakes — what a textbook won't teach you.
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