dere
/dɪr/
noun
- A type of character archetype in Japanese anime and manga, typically describing a character who is initially cold or hostile but later shows a softer side (often used in compound forms like 'tsundere').
- The term 'dere' comes from the Japanese word for 'lovey-dovey'.
- In many anime, the dere character slowly opens up to the protagonist.
- Fans often debate which dere type their favorite character belongs to.