gangsta

/ˈɡæŋstə/
adjective
  1. Relating to or characteristic of gangster culture, especially in music or fashion.
    • Her gangsta attitude made her popular among her friends.
    • The store sells gangsta clothing like oversized hoodies and bandanas.
    • He loves gangsta rap and listens to it every day.
noun
  1. A member of a street gang, especially one involved in crime or violence.
    • The movie tells the story of a young gangsta trying to escape his violent neighborhood.
    • He was known as a gangsta on the streets, but he wanted a better life for his kids.
    • The police arrested several gangstas involved in the drug trade.
  2. A style or attitude associated with gangster culture, often expressed in music, fashion, or speech.
    • The rapper's lyrics reflect a gangsta lifestyle of hustling and survival.
    • She wore baggy clothes and a gold chain, embracing the gangsta look.
    • His gangsta persona on stage was all about toughness and rebellion.
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