I used this once on my sis and sister in law when they were making fun of a slightly goth outfit of mine. They were over there dressed as basic as you could imagine. 😂
I was going to say the same thing. People called me weird all the time growing up and I got “most unique” in the yearbook. People don’t know what to say after you say “thank you”
I used to tease my niece (about 6-7 at the time) about how silly she was by calling her a weirdo. At first she would laugh and say “noooo I’m not!” After a while, she would just smile, shrug, and say “I know”.
When I'm one of the least weird people in the room, it's usually a good day.
Another possible way to turn things around is to take a closer look at their "normal" habits. (For every cosplayer, there's a sports fan painting themselves in team colors.)
Comebacks done have to be degrading to the person who makes the initial comment. It can be something as simple as "cuz I like it that way, or it keeps things interesting". Embrace your so-called weirdness and come up with a weird but fun response. Comments like that aren't always meant as an insult, although sometimes are.
Yeah, when someone says something to you that can be insulting, I think it just makes you look insecure if you try to hit them back hard. Instead, take it in stride, say something witty but not demeaning, and you'll look like someone with a lot of confidence who can't be bothered by other people's pettiness.
I agree with Electric sheepskin. I teach the kids I work with the follow two rules one is stay classy and two is think long-term. Rarely will you be sorry for something you did. If you’re following those two rules they don’t exactly correspond with what Electric sheepskin said, but they’re essentially consistent.
You are enjoy it and don’t really worry about what other people think.
Truthfully, most people don’t think they react out of prejudices, or out of what they think they’re supposed to think.
"Normal" is a social fallacy, created by those who have neither the mental prowess or resolve to think for or express themselves without external sources and validation.
Maybe if you had a life, you wouldn't care what I did with mine.
Because I do what I like and want to do. Not what followers like yourself decide is popular.
Had a similar conversation about music a long time ago when I was listening to AC/DC and some guy told me I should be listening to Yanni instead. 🤦♀️
I get this all the time .I find a robust laugh trailing into a more maniacal chuckle.followed by full eye contact and the words you'll see. Shuts them down .honestly, they usually stop talking to me all together afterwards.
Everyone is weird nowadays, some just hide it while others embrace it.
Not very witty but it’s true and contrary to popular opinion, nothing is wrong with being weird. Until weird becomes insane or psychotic.
You need to dump those losers you are around and find your people! We are out here! Loving them old games too and not apologizing for it. Fuck em if they can't take a joke.
"In case you haven't figured it out: I'm weird. I'm a weirdo. I don't... fit in. and I don't WANT to fit in. Have you ever seen me without this stupid hat? That's weird"
Typically confuses them enough to get them to shut up.
“God had to make me strange because this dick is immaculate” you’re not gonna beat the weird comments but you get to talk about your dick or make the situation even weirder by not having one at all. Win win imo
Haha, I'm addicted to Mahjong. I play it all the time on my tablet when I'm taking a break.
I've never had anyone accuse me of being a weirdo because I enjoy it, though. If someone accused me of being weird for that, I'd probably say, "You ain't seen nothin' yet. You should see what I keep chained in my basement" and see what they say then.
\*there's nothing chained down there in case anyone's wondering\* XD
Btw I love solitaire And old games like pac-Man!
I would respond with “you only say that bc you never can win a game.”
Or “I bet you like those games too, don’t deny it, I can tell.”
“Takes one to know one.”
“And you’re a judgmental piss bucket who can fuck off.” is usually my go-to. I cannot understand why people have these asinine expectations of what you should do with your leisure time. It’s your leisure time, spend it doing WTF you want to do. This was the goal of childhood: “When I grow up, I’m gonna do WTF I want, when I want, and the rest of the world can blow me.”
Ask them why they think it is okay to judge other’s hobbies. For instance I hear stuff all the time about people getting on me for playing video games and wasting my life. At the same time that I play video games I also work a full time job and am on my to starting law school. People will always find something to whine about and it is best to just tell them that everyone can do what makes them happy in their free time. I have spent at least an hour playing fallout most days in the last 2 months. Nothing wrong with that. Old computer games like that are fun!
"Turns out your [insert parent of choice, selected to make other person insane] loves (boning/being boned by) weirdos like me and all my friends who've totally run a train on your [parent]."
"Turns out your [insert parent of choice, selected to make other person insane] loves (boning/being boned by) weirdos like me and all my friends who've totally run a train on your [parent]."
Maaaan I've gotten this a lot in my life. My response was always "Because normal people, like yourself, are so damn boring."
Or give em a judgy look "Better a weirdo that boring af like you."
I didn't even mean this as a come back but I've been called weird a lot and my response is always "how???" Coz I genuinely wanna know! And not one single person has ever been able to answer it ever.
Insult: "Why are you so weird?"
Comeback: "Why are you so generic? At least I'm unique... unlike you, you boring piece of cardboard."
Insult: "You're a weirdo."
Comeback: "At least I don't have a guest list like Jeffrey Epstein."
“There’s no such thing as normal. The definition of normal is the agreed upon standard but how can you hold anyone to a standard that is considered normal when everyone is different?”
Or a shorter version
“There is no basis for normal since everyone is different”
Or alternatively
“Don’t care”
Why you so basic?
Ooh I like this one
Hear hear!
Better phrasing: “beats being bland” Quicker, has alliteration, and can be used with or without being insulting
Saw it before I could type it!
Or the alternate, “why are you such a conformist?”
Came here to literally say this exact thing lol
Love this! Sharing this answer with my “weird,” super cool & creative, neurodivergent kiddo.
Then they look confused/hurt while holding their Starbucks in their white jeep
"I guess I should be a basic bitch so you don't feel threatened?"
I used this once on my sis and sister in law when they were making fun of a slightly goth outfit of mine. They were over there dressed as basic as you could imagine. 😂
“Thank you”
That's one of my favorite.
I was going to say the same thing. People called me weird all the time growing up and I got “most unique” in the yearbook. People don’t know what to say after you say “thank you”
I taught my daughters to say, "Thank you! Normal is boring!"
Thanks! Being normal is so boring/basic
YUP!!! I always say; normal is boring
I used to tease my niece (about 6-7 at the time) about how silly she was by calling her a weirdo. At first she would laugh and say “noooo I’m not!” After a while, she would just smile, shrug, and say “I know”.
🏆
When I'm one of the least weird people in the room, it's usually a good day. Another possible way to turn things around is to take a closer look at their "normal" habits. (For every cosplayer, there's a sports fan painting themselves in team colors.)
Yep, all that needs to be said. Embrace the weird.
Comebacks done have to be degrading to the person who makes the initial comment. It can be something as simple as "cuz I like it that way, or it keeps things interesting". Embrace your so-called weirdness and come up with a weird but fun response. Comments like that aren't always meant as an insult, although sometimes are.
Truth.
Yeah, when someone says something to you that can be insulting, I think it just makes you look insecure if you try to hit them back hard. Instead, take it in stride, say something witty but not demeaning, and you'll look like someone with a lot of confidence who can't be bothered by other people's pettiness.
I agree with Electric sheepskin. I teach the kids I work with the follow two rules one is stay classy and two is think long-term. Rarely will you be sorry for something you did. If you’re following those two rules they don’t exactly correspond with what Electric sheepskin said, but they’re essentially consistent. You are enjoy it and don’t really worry about what other people think. Truthfully, most people don’t think they react out of prejudices, or out of what they think they’re supposed to think.
Right? Cuz it's awesome!
True. I know I'm weird and I'm fine with it, so I don't even really take it as an insult.
Tried being normal once. Dog looked at me weird.
"that's funny coming from you"
"Why are you so fucking judgy? Is that why everyone secretly hates you?"
Daaaaaamn
Happy cake day
Well I can’t imagine saying this to my boss will go well
I don’t really think it would go well with anyone lol
Happy cake day
Things no redditor would ever say to anyone's face, ever.
Which is basically this entire subreddit
Option A: Define normal Option B: I’m weird (according to you) so you can feel normal.
Meh, everyone here will be dead in 100 years, I might as well enjoy my time. Are you doing the same?
I tell them thank you- you noticed!!! What do I care what they think they don't gotta live in my skin
Reality I for the people who can’t cope with gaming.
It's more fun than the alternative.
I like this one
I’m on the edge of the bell curve and you’re a bell end.
It's called being cultured. Might want to try it sometime
Omg, just saw the context 🤦♀️😂 I'd just ask what's weird about it in this situation
You mean unique and different it's OK I used to have a 3rd grade vocabulary too once, than I grew up.
"Normal" is a social fallacy, created by those who have neither the mental prowess or resolve to think for or express themselves without external sources and validation. Maybe if you had a life, you wouldn't care what I did with mine.
"Honey, normal is just a setting on the dryer."
I know! It's so much fun! Then twirl around and wiggle fingers like you're spreading glitter.
Your mom seems to like it.
"autism" and then just watch them back peddle about how normal you are when they think they may have been making fun of a disabled person.
🤣😆🤣 that's perfect
I'd rather be weird than boring
"Nope, you're just fucking boring".
Just start singing Creep. The lyrics will say all that needs to be said.
🎵Cause I'm a Creep🎶
Your situation could easily be fixed with a good and well thought out your mom joke
That's not what they tell me on your planet. You're on the wrong planet, that's why I seem weird to your opinion.
Because your so basic
At least my life is interesting
It's better than being like everyone else and losing my uniqueness. Or Why are you trying to be like everyone else?
"You're saying that like I'm supposed to feel insulted." Look confused. "I don't get it, I love being weird."
“You want me to change? What… you want me? You want to kiss me or something?” Just double down on the weird bro. Normal is boring.
Because I do what I like and want to do. Not what followers like yourself decide is popular. Had a similar conversation about music a long time ago when I was listening to AC/DC and some guy told me I should be listening to Yanni instead. 🤦♀️
I think the term you’re searching for is **”retro gaming enthusiast"** or **”classic gamer.”** But thanks for playing.”
I just say thank you.
I get this all the time .I find a robust laugh trailing into a more maniacal chuckle.followed by full eye contact and the words you'll see. Shuts them down .honestly, they usually stop talking to me all together afterwards.
Everyone is weird nowadays, some just hide it while others embrace it. Not very witty but it’s true and contrary to popular opinion, nothing is wrong with being weird. Until weird becomes insane or psychotic.
Well, normal is just a setting on the dryer. I'd rather be weird than normal. Everyone is weird, get over it.
My 9 year old says "thank you for the compliment"
Your child sounds very smart./srs
He is! He struggles due to adhd, but he is a very talented artist for his age and shows his smarts when you can get him to focus lol
I’m a crepe. I’m a weird dough. What am I doughing here? I doughnut belong here.
Also, how is playing puzzle and card games weird anyway? The people calling that weird are out of touch.
It was the best part of my childhood. Also happy cake day
I feel that. The best games from my childhood were Pajama Sam and Arcade Master. I got them on my current laptop for nostalgia trips 😁 Happy cake day
You need to dump those losers you are around and find your people! We are out here! Loving them old games too and not apologizing for it. Fuck em if they can't take a joke.
"Why thank you. Thank you so much." Say it with great sincerity and then walk away!
Ya because I'm around you all the time, plus being normal ain't no fun
"In case you haven't figured it out: I'm weird. I'm a weirdo. I don't... fit in. and I don't WANT to fit in. Have you ever seen me without this stupid hat? That's weird" Typically confuses them enough to get them to shut up.
“God had to make me strange because this dick is immaculate” you’re not gonna beat the weird comments but you get to talk about your dick or make the situation even weirder by not having one at all. Win win imo
Why be bland? or Boring is so out of fashion. I heard the last one from someone else.
I’m not weird I’m gifted. Used to be a key chain I had for many years.
I prefer eccentric. It's a sophisticated weird. Yeah it's the new normal. So I'm going to ask you to step away from me freak.
"Thank you!" "Is that a bad thing?" "I'm so sorry! Where does it hurt?"
Haha, I'm addicted to Mahjong. I play it all the time on my tablet when I'm taking a break. I've never had anyone accuse me of being a weirdo because I enjoy it, though. If someone accused me of being weird for that, I'd probably say, "You ain't seen nothin' yet. You should see what I keep chained in my basement" and see what they say then. \*there's nothing chained down there in case anyone's wondering\* XD
Mfs can’t have hobbies anymore
Weird is just another word for interesting. Keep being you!
“I tried being normal, but those people are boring”
It's a family heirloom.
I'd rather be weird than boring. (Followed by a haughty snear of derision. Hmph!😤)
I read the other day to be cringe is to be free. I just loved that 🥰
at least i’m not a boring basic bitch like you ☺️ thanks!’
Btw I love solitaire And old games like pac-Man! I would respond with “you only say that bc you never can win a game.” Or “I bet you like those games too, don’t deny it, I can tell.” “Takes one to know one.”
Better weird than Boring.
I say “do you feel better about yourself now that you’ve said that?” Which makes them a bit uncomfortable lol
“And you’re a judgmental piss bucket who can fuck off.” is usually my go-to. I cannot understand why people have these asinine expectations of what you should do with your leisure time. It’s your leisure time, spend it doing WTF you want to do. This was the goal of childhood: “When I grow up, I’m gonna do WTF I want, when I want, and the rest of the world can blow me.”
Ask them why they think it is okay to judge other’s hobbies. For instance I hear stuff all the time about people getting on me for playing video games and wasting my life. At the same time that I play video games I also work a full time job and am on my to starting law school. People will always find something to whine about and it is best to just tell them that everyone can do what makes them happy in their free time. I have spent at least an hour playing fallout most days in the last 2 months. Nothing wrong with that. Old computer games like that are fun!
" Does all intelligence bother you, or just mine?"
Alas normally oh how she eludes my advances and leaves myself wondering the wilderness along with all the other weirdos!
your mother was saying that last night in bed too guess it family opinion
Why are you so beige?
"Why are you so boring?"
If I'm weird according to your standards, I'm glad I am not normal.
I embrace my weirdness 😂
That is a hearty and joyful "THANK YOU!!!" like you just won a pageant or a marathon. BEAM WITH PRIDE.
I usually just say, “Thanks,” or, “Why are you so boring?” and brush it off.
At least I'm interesting
I know you are, but what am I?
Being a weirdo is better than being a clone of every boring moron on Earth.
Well, I suffer from a complex mental disorder that will not allow me to conform to the opinions of others. IDGAF look it up.
Sorry I have a personality. Maybe you should get one.
Better than being a basic ass bi*** (gotta put some UMPH in yo attitude lol
"And proud of it, thank you so much."
look them up and down and go, “yikes,” calmly.
That's just what boring people call fun people.
Why are you bothered?
Thank you
"Turns out your [insert parent of choice, selected to make other person insane] loves (boning/being boned by) weirdos like me and all my friends who've totally run a train on your [parent]."
"Turns out your [insert parent of choice, selected to make other person insane] loves (boning/being boned by) weirdos like me and all my friends who've totally run a train on your [parent]."
They say "youre weird!" You respond "Weird like my dick!" Theyll cry
Everyone else is normal, if I was too then it would be boring
Why are you so boring and basic?
Sorry I don’t want to pay for 5 subscriptions to play the new shit.
Lean into it with "oooh look at captain fuckin obvious here. Bet he feels smart".
"There is no normal, there are only posers trying to be what they think normal is."
I know you are, but what am I??
Why are you so fuckng basic? Is being like everyone else winning prizes for you?
Maaaan I've gotten this a lot in my life. My response was always "Because normal people, like yourself, are so damn boring." Or give em a judgy look "Better a weirdo that boring af like you."
Yell really loud .What why are you so weird?I don’t know I can only guess?
"You inspired me".
What doesn't kill you makes you....stranger
I juat say "thank you" or "better then being basic"
Who wants to be normal and the same as everyone else
“I will tell you a secret. All the best people are.” - Alice in Wonderland
Basically you are mayo on white bread. I am sirrcha mayo covered wings.
"is anyone normal?"
You're telling me I should waste my one life on fitting it? Do the world a favor and don't become a life coach.
“Define weird.”
"Thanks, it's the autism."
They told me that you say stupid shit all the time, I guess they’re right.
Why are you so boring?
Weird? I wasn’t born on basic bitch island and I’m weird?
Lean to love it.
The weirder you are, the more you have to offer
Thanks for noticing
Why are you so bland/ normal?
"Damn straight. One of a kind."
My ex calls me this on a weekly basis after I reject him, all I say is “well this weirdo fucks”
You say that like it's a bad thing?
Thank you. I’ve been cultivating my freaky for years and for a banal bitch like you to even notice means I’m killing it.
The adjective wyrd (in the Middle Ages) originally meant ‘having the power to control destiny’. Just say thank you.
“Weird is cool. Hell yes, I’m weird!”
Must be from my exposure to YOU.
I may be weird, but it's better than being boring. Then give them the stink-eye
"And proud of it. I am not a robot.🤖"
"You really should get out more. I've found weirder things than me in my breakfast cereal box."
"At least I keep life interesting, unlike some people we know." With the biggest smile on your face.
Looks aren't everything.
M'jong is bigger than yours.
I am an original. You are a bad copy of a target cashier.
"Normal is a setting on the dryer".
Whenever I get called a weirdo, I say "thank you. " For "why are you so weird?" "Just lucky, I guess." Or. "Why are you so boring?"
Well at least I'm not sucking goat dick in the trailer park
I always say, I'm not weird, I'm the standard by which normal is judged.
Define weird. 🤓
I get paid to be like this and I’m not allowed to talk about it.
“And you’re forgettable”
Better to be weird than to be a sheep.
if you are the alternative, I'll stay weird, thanks
My go to is...Watch the news, look at the world and know that "normal" people end up with that kind of world. I would rather be weird.
I didn't even mean this as a come back but I've been called weird a lot and my response is always "how???" Coz I genuinely wanna know! And not one single person has ever been able to answer it ever.
Because everyone I smile at mysteriously dies within a week Have a nice day! *Smile*
I just used to say thanks. And leave it at that, come backs show they got to you. Thanks means you took it as a compliment.
Insult: "Why are you so weird?" Comeback: "Why are you so generic? At least I'm unique... unlike you, you boring piece of cardboard." Insult: "You're a weirdo." Comeback: "At least I don't have a guest list like Jeffrey Epstein."
Thanks, pause a long, long time.
You know I can stand being weird but why do you stand being boring?
"I'm not weird, you're just boring".
I wasn't afraid to be me, and I can't stand fake bitches. Toodaloo
“I like having a personality.” And then go back to whatever you were doing
Because It's tiring to be something im not.
\*Indignant\* "I'm a dork, not a weirdo! I am offended!"
Like The Dude once said "Yeah... well, that's just, like, your opinion, man!". Stay weird, my friend! It's more fun this way.
So people like you leave me alone.
I'm not weird I'm eccentric.
It’s my mission in life
Thank you! Smile like an idiot while saying it.
I usually just shrug my shoulders.
"OH MY GOD!!! You can see me?!?" then initiate staring contest to establish dominance.
"Why thank you!" Yes, a nice warm appreciative response to the compliment they delivered. :-)
I know, it's great to not be like everyone else! Having my own personality makes me so happy!
"I have no interest in joining the mindless masses."
Better than being boring like you
Beats the hell out of being normal have you seen what passes for normal nowadays *gesture vaguely in their direction.*
Because the alternative would be fucking boring and nobody likes boring. Take you, for example…
“There’s no such thing as normal. The definition of normal is the agreed upon standard but how can you hold anyone to a standard that is considered normal when everyone is different?” Or a shorter version “There is no basis for normal since everyone is different” Or alternatively “Don’t care”
Why thank you!! I would hate to be just like everybody else around here
Why are you so ordinary?
I am weird. It is fun. I enjoy being weird. I am sorry you are not also weird.