Mojo
Attractive talent
Example
Man, I don't know what’s going on lately. I totally bombed my presentation, and I’ve struck out three times on dating apps this week
Sounds like you’ve lost your mojo, dude
Seriously. I need a reset or something. Maybe a weekend away will help me get it back
Yeah, get some rest, hit the gym, wear that jacket you love—whatever it takes. Your mojo’s not gone, it’s just on a break
Austin Powers finding his mojo
Related Slang
| Swag | Skills or style |
| Player | A person who manipulates others for their own gain |
| Spit | To flirt |
| Mack | To flirt |
| Smexy | Smart and Sexy |
| Drip | Sexy style |
| Baller | A cool person |
| Sick | Awesome |
| Awesomesauce | Super awesome |
| Steezy | Style and ease |
| Steeze | Style and ease |
Can you survive our Dungeons & Dragons slang quiz?
Mojo (pronounced "moe joe") refers to a person's special charm, confidence, or magnetic appeal. For example, if someone has their mojo working, it means they are on top of their game, whether in love, career, or general coolness.
Origin of mojo
The origins of the "mojo" slang term trace back to African-American culture, where it originally referred to a magical charm or spell, often used for attraction or luck. Over time, especially by the mid-20th century, "mojo" evolved into a more general term for a person's aura or X-factor, especially in pop culture and music.
The term saw a resurgence in the 1990s thanks to movies like Austin Powers, where "losing one's mojo" became a humorous way to describe losing one's confidence or spark. Today, people use "mojo" in casual conversation to talk about getting their groove back, doing well at work, or feeling attractive and in control. Whether you're regaining your mojo after a rough week or saying someone has serious mojo on stage, the word is a fun, lighthearted way to describe personal charisma.