The 'Clearly You Don't Own an Air Fryer' meme is a parody of the smug superiority often expressed by owners of the popular kitchen appliance. While the phrase originated as a standalone joke on platforms like Tumblr and Twitter around 2021, it became inextricably linked with an image of a smug Robert Downey Jr. or various characters looking down at the viewer. The meme pokes fun at the almost cult-like devotion air fryer enthusiasts have, positioning the appliance as a status symbol of modern adulthood. It is widely used to dismiss an opponent's argument by implying they lack the basic sophistication that comes with owning high-speed convection technology.