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boba liberal

(US, derogatory, US politics) a liberal-leaning Asian American with politics or attitudes considered too tepid or whitewashed by other Asian Americans, stereotyped as focusing on superficial gestures

ˈboʊbə ˈlɪbɚəl126 viewsLast reviewed Jun 29, 2026+ Add a definition
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#1·Apr 27, 2026

(US, derogatory, US politics) a liberal-leaning Asian American with politics or attitudes considered too tepid or whitewashed by other Asian Americans, stereotyped as focusing on superficial gestures over more meaningful actions especially in regards to Asian American activism.

Origin: A reference to boba tea, a drink popular in Asian American communities. Origin information sourced from Wiktionary contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0).
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