hippie

n. a person who belongs to a group that rejects traditional social rules, often supporting peace and living in a natural way.

n. a participant in a counterculture that rejects conventional social norms in favour of communal living, pacifism, and environmentalism.

“In the 1960s, many hippies moved to the countryside to live in communes.”

“The festival became a landmark event for the hippie movement, drawing thousands of young people who advocated for radical social change and peace.”

n. a person who has long hair and looks messy or untidy.

n. a derogatory label for an individual perceived as unkempt, lazy, or having an unconventional appearance, regardless of their actual political beliefs.

“My grandfather told my brother to get a haircut so he wouldn't look like a hippie.”

“The manager dismissed the applicant as a hippie based solely on his long hair and casual attire, ignoring his impressive technical qualifications.”

Informal · Slang

adj. relating to hippies or their style, often meaning very natural or not following normal rules.

adj. pertaining to the lifestyle, fashion, or values of hippies; often used to describe organic or alternative products.

“She wears a lot of hippie clothes like long skirts and handmade jewellery.”

“The shop sells various hippie items, including incense, tie-dye shirts, and organic herbal teas.”

Informal