LQ

What Does LQ Mean?

LQ means "Liquor," "Love Quotient," and "Low Quality." Here is more information about each of these definitions with examples.

Liquor

In text messaging and on social media, "LQ" is sometimes used as an abbreviation for "liquor." For example:
  • Get some lq while you're at the store.

Love Quotient

In the context of relationship discussions or self-help materials, "LQ" stands for "Love Quotient." In this context, LQ is used to refer to one's capacity for love and affection. For example:
  • You need a high LQ in order to connect properly with yourself and with other people.

Low Quality

In digital media, "LQ" often stands for "Low Quality," typically referring to a version of a video, image, or audio file that has been compressed to a lower resolution or bitrate to save space, at the expense of clarity and detail. In the same way, LQ may also be used as a derogatory way to refer to a person or thing. For example:
  • Stay clear of them. They are LQ characters, from the wrong side of town.

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meaning of LQ

LQ has a number of meanings, depending on context.

Summary of Key Points for the First Definition

"Liquor" is a common definition for LQ on Snapchat, WhatsApp, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and TikTok.
LQ
Definition:Liquor
Type:Abbreviation
Guessability:guessability level 4

4: Difficult to guess

Typical Users:typical user
Adults and Teenagers

Summary of Key Points for the Second Definition

"Love Quotient" is another common definition for LQ.
LQ
Definition:Love Quotient
Type:Abbreviation
Guessability:guessability level 4

4: Difficult to guess

Typical Users:typical user
Adults

Summary of Key Points for the Third Definition

LQ is also often used with the meaning "Low Quality."
LQ
Definition:Low Quality
Type:Abbreviation
Guessability:guessability level 3

3: Guessable

Typical Users:typical user
Adults and Teenagers

Example of LQ Used in a Text

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