Why has the thumbs-up emoji seemingly gone from the digital equivalent of a friendly nod to an eye-roll? I think it’s partly because of how quick and effortless it is.

While the thumbs-up emoji may be seen as a positive sign of approval in many cultures, it could be interpreted as an offensive gesture in Greece and the Middle East.

The thumbs-up emoji isn’t passive-aggressive – Gen Z need to get over it. The younger generation interprets the popular emoji as a sign of aggression in the workplace.

Don't limit yourself to the thumbs-down emoji when you don't like something. Try the face vomiting emoji, instead. Zach began writing for CNET in November, 2021 after writing for a broadcast news ...

The thumbs-up emoji isn’t passive-aggressive – Gen Z need to get over it. The younger generation interprets the popular emoji as a sign of aggression in the workplace.