mic drop

American  

[mahyk drop] / ˈmaɪk ˌdrɒp /

Or mike drop

noun

1. the act of intentionally dropping one’s microphone at the end of a speech or performance, displaying a bold confidence that it has been very impressive or cannot be topped.

2. something, especially a statement or action, that displays such a bold confidence.

   Her insulting response was the ultimate metaphorical mic drop.

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interjection

1. (used to indicate that something has been very impressive or cannot be topped).

   She definitely wins for best Halloween costume! Mic drop!

Etymology

Origin of mic drop

First recorded in 2010–15

Example Sentences

“Mindy Kaling shows you what a mic drop looks like,” Wieselman wrote.

From Los Angeles Times

“Now it’s important for people to understand that I have zero respect for someone trying to control our relationship and constantly throwing obstacles our way,” he wrote Tuesday morning, adding a “mic drop” gif.

From Los Angeles Times

It was a multigenerational tableau of desperation, which became a 20-second clip, which became a viral video unlike most: there is no mic drop, no punchline, no sudden reversal of circumstances.

From Washington Post

It was a mic drop designed to thrill conservatives and infuriate liberals and the media.

From The Guardian

The rocker’s mic drop was likely a reference to Mnuchin’s recent interview with Fox Business Network, during which he said, “This is a great time for people to explore America,” when asked if international travel would resume this year.

From Los Angeles Times