English · Slang Attested

woke mind virus

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Sense 1

Meaning · English

Leftist, progressive, or social justice-supporting movements that are perceived by opponents to be fanatical or corrupting society.

Where it’s used: Used American English

Examples

In the fiery interview, which aired on Tuesday evening, Musk protested attempts to cancel comedian Dave Chappelle and said the “woke mind virus” is “arguably one of the biggest threats to modern civilization.”

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).

Sense 2

Meaning · English

Perceived left-wing threats to freedom of speech or conservative values.

Sources & notes

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

Common questions

What does “woke mind virus” mean?

Leftist, progressive, or social justice-supporting movements that are perceived by opponents to be fanatical or corrupting society.

Is “woke mind virus” formal or informal?

woke mind virus is generally derogatory, slang.