noun - an idiom used in a declarative statement which is true - but only from a certain point of view.
Kenobi-isms are often used when attempting to make complex issues seem simple, or trying to prove a point with statistical data - this makes them a favourite of politicians, religious leaders, and high-school science teachers.
The name Kenobi-ism refers to the Star Wars character Obiwan Kenobi and a plot-critical statement that he makes to a young Luke Skywalker in Star Wars Episode IV: A New Hope:
"A young Jedi named Darth Vader, who was a pupil of mine until he turned to evil, helped the Empire hunt down and destroy the Jedi knights. He betrayed and murdered your father."
Luke eventually discovers the truth about his father and (2 movies later) confronts Obiwan accusing him of lying, to which Obiwan replies:
"So, what I told you was true... from a certain point of view. ... Luke, you're going to find that many of the truths we cling to depend greatly on our own point of view."
Kenobi-isms are often used when attempting to make complex issues seem simple, or trying to prove a point with statistical data - this makes them a favourite of politicians, religious leaders, and high-school science teachers.
The name Kenobi-ism refers to the Star Wars character Obiwan Kenobi and a plot-critical statement that he makes to a young Luke Skywalker in Star Wars Episode IV: A New Hope:
"A young Jedi named Darth Vader, who was a pupil of mine until he turned to evil, helped the Empire hunt down and destroy the Jedi knights. He betrayed and murdered your father."
Luke eventually discovers the truth about his father and (2 movies later) confronts Obiwan accusing him of lying, to which Obiwan replies:
"So, what I told you was true... from a certain point of view. ... Luke, you're going to find that many of the truths we cling to depend greatly on our own point of view."
"I'm afraid that the Health Secretary is using a blatant Kenobi-ism there... Whilst it's true to say that the government spent more on public health this year than ever before, in real terms - accounting for inflation - this amount is 10% less than was spent 5 years ago."
by darbs-darby-darbs October 17, 2022
Get the Kenobi-ism mug.A rare mental condition where you act like your name is 'Gia', but you don't have it in your name. See the definition of Gia for more.
by THEONLYONEWITHOUTAGUN May 21, 2022
Get the Gia-ism mug.a disorder when you get so drunk...like drunk to the point of no return and you start doing/saying outlandish and ignorant things, mostly in a public setting. People look at you and they are blessed not to be you. You soon become a model of how not to live your life. You are the laughing stock of the bar or party, but more importantly, you are inevitably, “that guy.”
Damn bro I was busted up at the party last night, but Jason had a case of that guy-ism. He threw a punch at Eric, cussed out a chick and pissed our loveseat.
by Smothered Beef & Onions November 9, 2020
Get the That Guy-ism mug.A religious group where they all gather in the church to praise Asahi. Some of the activities in this religion are practicing shyness, putting their hair in buns, and growing facial hair. People who follow this religion believe the only way to become perfect in body and in spirit is to resemble their lord.
Person 1: Is that Jesus himself?
Person 2: No that’s Asahi! The god of AsahiAzumane-ism!!
Person 1: I want to follow that religion!
Person 2: No that’s Asahi! The god of AsahiAzumane-ism!!
Person 1: I want to follow that religion!
by Kuroosphatbussy November 11, 2020
Get the AsahiAzumane-ism mug.A way of life for recently broken men. This way consist of not trusting women, becoming toxic towards women, as well as losing emotional attachment to women. These teachings are named after Future (or Lord Future), a rapper that was the first to be broken by the female gender.
“Yo did you cheat on your girl? Why?”
“Cause I didn’t wanna get too comfortable bro. Gotta stick to my future-ism”
“Cause I didn’t wanna get too comfortable bro. Gotta stick to my future-ism”
by neverforget_410 March 31, 2021
Get the Future-ism mug.Mihai-ism refers to the behavior or thoughts that resemble those of Mihai. This can lead to an overload of cuteness, recklessness, and chaos. But it is generally considered acceptable socially and emotionally due to its adorable nature.
by JackieMichaels July 24, 2023
Get the Mihai-ism mug.Person 1: I am completely killing you in this game.
Person 2: Ummm im pretty sure your not killing me, because im still alive
Person 1: Another fucking lee-ism
Person 2: Ummm im pretty sure your not killing me, because im still alive
Person 1: Another fucking lee-ism
by Zach Jacobs December 7, 2009
Get the lee-ism mug.