orange pill

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Meaning · English

A notional pill taken by those who have become dedicated to investing in Bitcoin.

Register: slang

Where it’s used: Used American English

Examples

Lastly, the orange pill, which is ultimately the understanding of Bitcoin, teaches you gratitude. It forces you to withhold being wealthy to gain conviction first.

Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).

Common questions

What does “orange pill” mean?

A notional pill taken by those who have become dedicated to investing in Bitcoin.

Is “orange pill” formal or informal?

orange pill is generally slang.