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What Does ARD Mean?
ARD means "Alright" and "Tough."Alright
In text messaging and online, the abbreviation ARD is widely used with the meaning "Alright." In this context, it is typically used to indicate assent or agreement, or as a statement that everything is okay.ARD is one of many abbreviations that mean "Alright." Others include: AIT, I8 and RD.
Tough
In many parts of the UK, ARD is also used as a contraction of the word Hard, to describe a person who is "Tough."Summary of Key Points
First Definition for ARD
"Alright" is the most common definition for ARD on Snapchat, WhatsApp, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and TikTok.| ARD | |
|---|---|
| Definition: | Alright |
| Type: | Slang Word (Jargon) |
| Guessability: |  4: Difficult to guess |
| Typical Users: |  Adults and Teenagers |
Second Definition for ARD
"Tough" is another definition for ARD.| ARD | |
|---|---|
| Definition: | Tough |
| Type: | Slang Word (Jargon) |
| Guessability: |  3: Guessable |
| Typical Users: | Adults and Teenagers |
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When I write ARD, I mean this:
ARD more often means "Alright."
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Examples of ARD in Sentences
Here are examples of ARD being used in conversations:- Tony: I'll be there by 7.00 pm.
- Tim: ARD. See you later.
(Here ARD means "Alright.")
- Terri: I wouldn't mess with him.
- Tom: Is he ARD?
- Terri: He got fired as a bodyguard for Snoop Dogg, because he was so ARD.
(Here ARD means "Tough.")
An Academic Look at ARD
Whether used with the meaning "Alright" or "Tough," ARD is a slang word. Slang refers to words, phrases and uses of language that are regarded as very informal and which are often restricted to a special context or a particular group of users.When used with the meaning "Tough," ARD is a shortened version of the word Hard. Therefore it is a contraction. Contractions can be formed formed in a number of ways, including:
- Using letters from the start of the word (e.g., OBV from obviously).
- Using letters from the start and end of the word (e.g., Dr from Doctor).
- Using an apostrophe to replace a letter or letters (e.g., can't from cannot).
What Did We Say before Texting and Social Media?
The use of ARD to mean "Alright" or "Tough" long pre-dates the digital era.Example of ARD Used in a Text
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