Squeecore is a term used to describe a specific brand of quirky, nerdy, and often self-aware cultural output that dominated the 2010s. Characterized by 'bathos'—the habit of interrupting emotional or serious moments with a sarcastic joke—this style is frequently associated with Joss Whedon, the Marvel Cinematic Universe, and millennial 'nerd' culture. As a meme, it is used to parody dialogue that feels overly scripted, such as characters saying 'He’s right behind me, isn’t he?' or referring to adult activities as 'adulting.' Squeecore memes highlight the perceived cringe in corporate-approved quirkiness and have become a primary way for internet users to mock predictable, fast-paced comedic writing.