The 'Wow, This Is Just Like 1984' meme is a satirical tool used to mock people who dramatically compare minor inconveniences or modern-day rules to George Orwell’s dystopian masterpiece, Nineteen Eighty-Four. While the book explores themes of extreme surveillance and totalitarian control, internet users repurposed the phrase to react ironically to things like Discord server bans, minor product updates, or social media moderation. Often featuring a character looking distressed or shouting, the meme highlights the absurdity of labeling every minor restriction as a descent into a Big Brother-style nightmare. It has since evolved into the shorter 'Literal 1984' catchphrase, remaining a staple in online commentary and sarcastic rebuttals.