phat Meaning & Definition
/fæt/
What Does Phat Mean?
Phat is an adjective that means Excellent; cool; very good. It is also used to mean Voluptuous. As a noun, it means An English trick-taking partnership card game descended from the game of all fours.
Phat at a Glance
| Part of speech | adjective, noun |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | /fæt/ |
| Synonyms | juicy, prominent and rocking |
| Comparative / superlative | phatter, phattest |
Phat Definition (Adjective)
- Excellent; cool; very good.
- Voluptuous
- Rich in texture; prominent.
The song has a phat bass line.
Phat as a Noun
- An English trick-taking partnership card game descended from the game of all fours.
Adjective
- (originally African American Vernacular English) Excellent; cool; very good.
- Sexy.
Synonyms of Phat
Phat synonyms and antonyms →Phat in a Sentence
The song has a phat bass line.
Word Forms & Grammar
phat (comparative phatter, superlative phattest)
phat (uncountable)
Origin of Phat
The term derives from African American Vernacular English as a deliberate respelling of the word fat.
Common Questions About Phat
Is phat an adjective or a noun?
Phat is mainly used as an adjective, but it can also be used as a noun.
What is another word for phat?
Words with a similar meaning to phat include juicy, prominent and rocking. See the full list of phat synonyms and antonyms.
What are the comparative and superlative forms of phat?
The comparative form is phatter and the superlative form is phattest.