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goth out

C1 slang inseparable intransitive
In simple words

To dress or act in a very goth way — lots of black clothes, dark makeup, and that kind of style.

Meanings

1 C1 idiomatic slang

To adopt or display a fully goth style in clothing, makeup, and overall appearance.

"She completely gothed out for the Halloween party — black lipstick, fishnet stockings, the works."

Grammar: inseparable
Usage notes

Slang associated with youth subculture and social media. More common in online communities (Tumblr, TikTok) than in everyday speech. Can be used admiringly or humorously.

Commonly used with

look style makeup wardrobe vibe aesthetic

Forms

Base
goth out
I/you/we/they
3rd person
goths out
he/she/it
Past simple
gothed out
yesterday
Past participle
gothed out
have + pp
-ing form
gothing out
continuous

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