thumbs down 👎 - OzVoca Emoji Details
thumbs down
The 'thumbs down' emoji is used when you don't like something or disapprove of it. It conveys the meaning of 'no' or 'not good.'
Send this emoji when you disagree with an opinion or when the outcome is not good. Like YouTube's 'dislike' button, it's a simple way to express negative feelings.
This emoji is famously said to have originated from ancient Roman gladiatorial games. Its negative meaning began with the theory that spectators would turn their thumbs down to decide the fate of a defeated gladiator.
Today, it can represent direct criticism or strong dissatisfaction, but among friends, it's also used playfully to joke, "That's not it!" However, it can be a rude gesture in some cultures, so it's best to use it carefully, considering the person and situation.