Gen Z

or GenZ, Gen-Z

[ jen zee ]

noun

1. the generation born between the late 1990s and about 2010 (often used attributively).

Other Words From

• Gen Z'er noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of Gen Z¹

First recorded in 1995–2000

Example Sentences

Nearly 70% of U.S. crypto holders are Gen Z or millennials, a prime audience for nonprofits seeking to engage a tech-savvy, socially conscious donor base.

From Salon

Lu looks to be Gen Z’s new ambassador for the opaque and brutal.

From Los Angeles Times

The Gen Z shoegaze revival hit full stride last year, when veteran artists like Panchiko, Duster and Slowdive found new audiences on social media.

From Los Angeles Times

"Find out from your friends and relatives what they would pay for from you. That's a fantastic way to scope out which of your skills and expertise is monetizable with a built-in market," said Taylor Price, a Gen Z personal finance expert and founder of Priceless Tay.

From Salon

This makes him appealing to his plugged-in Gen Z audience, who understand the implications of being labeled a short king.

From Salon