People who say "true" a lot

**Nightmare** · 02-05-2012, 05:18 PM

My roommate says "true" as a response quite a lot. It bothers me incredibly. Is anyone else bothered by this?

The reason I get pissed about this is that I feel it is an arrogant mask covering unintelligence or lack of knowledge in an area. It leads to appearing falsely omnipotent. I'll give you a typical situation where this bothers me:

Him: What are some foods that are high in protein? I'm looking to get more protein in my diet.
Me: Fish is high in protein, and is lean. Similarly, turkey and chicken are good choices.
Him: True.

I may be overreacting, but I internally rage every time this situation occurs. He asks me a question, then when I respond with the proper answer, he responds with "true", as if he knew the answer but was looking for another opinion. Here's the thing: he doesn't know. He's a moron.

RAGE.

**Thinker** · 02-05-2012, 05:29 PM

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	I may be overreacting, but I internally rage every time this situation occurs.

True

....it's your problem, but you already know that.

**SarcasticVlad** · 02-05-2012, 05:36 PM

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	True ....it's your problem, but you already know that.

True.

There's probably nothing [legal] you can do about it.

**Warrior** · 02-05-2012, 05:37 PM

It's annoying after a while, as pretty much any generic, overused response or comment would be, but it isn't something I'd getted mad about.

**KeithP** · 02-05-2012, 05:41 PM

Meh. Here's a fix. Start throwing his questions back at him and make him answer them. Even if you have to help him along sometimes, not only will it piss you off less in the long run, but he will learn to think for himself.

'That's what the internet is for, my friend.'

... so, in essence, deal with it. Very small deal. True dat.

**Silverity** · 02-05-2012, 05:46 PM

I like to mix it up and sometimes loudly declare, "TRUTHERY." Usually in response to someone accusing me of "LIES AND DECEIT."

**Nightmare** · 02-05-2012, 05:55 PM

But the word true is not really a proper response. It is not an acknowledgement. It is only acceptable when something said is known by the other person. In these circumstances my roommate does not know the answers to the questions he asks.

This wouldn't bother me so much if he wasn't such a moron. He asks me so many stupid questions and is so unintelligent in almost every area that with responses such as "true", rage ensues.

**Antares** · 02-05-2012, 07:18 PM

Originally Posted by nightmar149
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But the word true is not really a proper response. It is not an acknowledgement. It is only acceptable when something said is known by the other person. In these circumstances my roommate does not know the answers to the questions he asks.

This wouldn't bother me so much if he wasn't such a moron. He asks me so many stupid questions and is so unintelligent in almost every area that with responses such as "true", rage ensues.

People can't help being morons. You can change how their idiocy affects you. And I don't see anything really wrong with this situation. His use of "true" is essentially in the same spirit of "I see", or "point taken". Unless you want to bite his head of for something as innocuous as that, I suggest you get over it.

**thesorehead** · 02-05-2012, 07:29 PM

Just start saying "Indeed" a lot. Doesn't matter if he doesn't notice, it'll make you feel better. At least, it makes me feel better (similar situation).

Also:

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**krisl** · 02-05-2012, 10:34 PM

That would drive me up the wall. I'd probably say "If you already knew this was true, why'd you ask me?"

**thod** · 02-06-2012, 02:26 AM

I prefer "OK" to cover my back. OK can mean "I agree" or "I understand".

**Oros Ull** · 02-06-2012, 01:04 PM

I was under the impression that this was one of many terms in mainstream jargon.

It’s like saying, Ok or Cool or Sweet or Neat or whatever…

I doubt he actually is trying to imply that he already knew.

But if he is then tell him to shut up and kick him in the shin.

**silvercrystal07** · 02-06-2012, 01:18 PM

I say "true" in the same way as your roommate all the time. So no, it doesn't really bother me.

**dungeonguy88** · 02-06-2012, 03:48 PM

I prefer saying indeed.

At least, when I feel I have nothing more meaningful to add in, but I still feel a response is needed. Or I'll express some form of gratitude if someone has provided me some assistance.

Perhaps, your roommate isn't trying to come off as intelligent, but rather it's just a habit he's picked up, or perhaps he simply wanted someone else to vocalize or confirm his own thought on an issue.

**JTG** · 02-06-2012, 04:53 PM

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	But the word true is not really a proper response. It is not an acknowledgement.

Isn't it?

It sounds like your roommate is not necessarily seeking information but consensus. Perhaps he's just bouncing ideas off of you to see if you're giving the same answer he had in mind.

In your example, it's unlikely that he didn't know that fish and poultry are good protein sources, unless he really is a huge moron. I think it seems like he was just involving you in the process of making a decision. Some people prefer to do that, as pointless as it may seem

**Nightmare** · 02-06-2012, 09:01 PM

Originally Posted by JTG
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Isn't it?

It sounds like your roommate is not necessarily seeking information but consensus. Perhaps he's just bouncing ideas off of you to see if you're giving the same answer he had in mind.

In your example, it's unlikely that he didn't know that fish and poultry are good protein sources, unless he really is a huge moron. I think it seems like he was just involving you in the process of making a decision. Some people prefer to do that, as pointless as it may seem

The sad reality is that he is indeed a moron. He doesn't know what omnivorism is, is taking algebra 1 (and struggling with it) at the age of 18, frequently copies what I do because he cant think for himself...etc. Need I say more?

**fmr3** · 02-06-2012, 09:36 PM

	Originally Posted by nightmar149 To view links or images in this forum your post count must be 2 or greater. You currently have 0 posts.
	The sad reality is that he is indeed a moron. He doesn't know what omnivorism is, is taking algebra 1 (and struggling with it) at the age of 18, frequently copies what I do because he cant think for himself...etc. Need I say more?

perhaps he looks up to you?

in regards to your OP, there are tons of people in my region who use it. its part of my vocabulary now, too but i don't think i overuse it. "indeed" is one i overuse. all in all i would recommend not letting this bother you because in the end you'll just be a dog chasing his tail.

**JulietCapulet** · 02-07-2012, 04:38 AM

When I read this I had to laugh. Yes I can see what you mean and how that would become somewhat irksome. I actually don't know anyone who does it so I don't know for sure. Maybe he just doesn't have a lot to say. I'm sorry you are bothered by that...roommates in general can be a challenge.

You could try saying something you know he won't think is true...and see what he says.

**sircockburn** · 02-09-2012, 03:46 AM

First world problems...

**Nyan** · 02-09-2012, 04:03 AM

Had a friend in my younger years that would always touch and inspect things physically, gah that annoyed me alot.

Made me want to rig my room with traps that triggered when touched.
Also that kind of person who couldn't think for himself, a mimicing kind of guy.

Something that I find more annoying would be when people ask leading questions.
They're just obstacles in conversation I usually don't want to participate in anyways, asking me to make a little jump just because, then if you don't jump, there follows even more conversation on why do I not jump?
"You would do X, right?" (Y/N)
My answer: Depends entirely on circumstances
"Well, lets say that things are like Y and this happens because of Z, then you would X, right?"
My answer: Possibly, also depends on other things

and that's pretty much how I move around an obstacle without jumping or stopping.

**Tito** · 02-09-2012, 01:42 PM

Originally Posted by nightmar149
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But the word true is not really a proper response. It is not an acknowledgement. It is only acceptable when something said is known by the other person. In these circumstances my roommate does not know the answers to the questions he asks.

This wouldn't bother me so much if he wasn't such a moron. He asks me so many stupid questions and is so unintelligent in almost every area that with responses such as "true", rage ensues.

Maybe by 'true' he means you're right or it makes sense.

Does he listens to the advice you give him?

Is there anything else about him that gives you reason to believe he envies you in anyway?

You know he's a moron and morons often times misuse words not with bad intentions.

**sircockburn** · 02-09-2012, 07:26 PM

	Originally Posted by nightmar149 To view links or images in this forum your post count must be 2 or greater. You currently have 0 posts.
	The sad reality is that he is indeed a moron. He doesn't know what omnivorism is, is taking algebra 1 (and struggling with it) at the age of 18, frequently copies what I do because he cant think for himself...etc. Need I say more?

Yes.

For instance, whether you ever considered the possibility that he's just not very well-educated. I know people my age who don't know how to convert fractions into integers. It doesn't mean they're stupid, just that they didn't enjoy a very high quality education.

Some would agree that it's moronic to assume someone's unintelligent just because they don't know a vocabulary word.

And the copying thing is probably just laziness.

**Nightmare** · 02-09-2012, 07:41 PM

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Yes.

For instance, whether you ever considered the possibility that he's just not very well-educated. I know people my age who don't know how to convert fractions into integers. It doesn't mean they're stupid, just that they didn't enjoy a very high quality education.

Some would agree that it's moronic to assume someone's unintelligent just because they don't know a vocabulary word.

And the copying thing is probably just laziness.

Yeah, forgive the original post. I get in phases of bitterness especially when I'm in a bad mood. I realize he's not a moron. He just hasn't had as much life experience and "adventure" as I have, so he doesn't know seemingly intrinsic things I do.

**ctiquila** · 02-09-2012, 07:45 PM

The thing about us INTJ's is that we are so much smarter than most people. Your roomie probably recognizes your intelligence and so feels the need to run things past you. And b/c we are smarter we tend to become impatient when others do not understand what is clearly obvious to us.

I agree with what's already been said-- that he probably looks up to you. It's reasonable to think that he would not understand why you are irritated with him. But you are the only one who can change the way he makes you feel. In fact, the ball is in your court. You either get over it already or do something else.

**ascii** · 02-09-2012, 07:47 PM

I sympathize with you man, I also get frustrated when people say "I know," when they clearly didn't. I usually go captain douche bag on them and say "If you knew why did you ask." They stop pretty quickly
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02-05-2012, 05:18 PM	#1
Nightmare Member [29%] MBTI: INFP Join Date: Jan 2012 Posts: 1,184	My roommate says "true" as a response quite a lot. It bothers me incredibly. Is anyone else bothered by this? The reason I get pissed about this is that I feel it is an arrogant mask covering unintelligence or lack of knowledge in an area. It leads to appearing falsely omnipotent. I'll give you a typical situation where this bothers me: Him: What are some foods that are high in protein? I'm looking to get more protein in my diet. Me: Fish is high in protein, and is lean. Similarly, turkey and chicken are good choices. Him: True. I may be overreacting, but I internally rage every time this situation occurs. He asks me a question, then when I respond with the proper answer, he responds with "true", as if he knew the answer but was looking for another opinion. Here's the thing: he doesn't know. He's a moron. RAGE.
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02-05-2012, 05:37 PM	#4
Warrior Core Member [227%] MBTI: INTJ Join Date: Aug 2009 Posts: 9,112	It's annoying after a while, as pretty much any generic, overused response or comment would be, but it isn't something I'd getted mad about.
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02-05-2012, 05:41 PM	#5
KeithP Member [26%] MBTI: INTJ Join Date: Oct 2011 Posts: 1,046	Meh. Here's a fix. Start throwing his questions back at him and make him answer them. Even if you have to help him along sometimes, not only will it piss you off less in the long run, but he will learn to think for himself. 'That's what the internet is for, my friend.' ... so, in essence, deal with it. Very small deal. True dat.
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02-05-2012, 05:46 PM	#6
Silverity Core Member [274%] MBTI: INTJ Join Date: Sep 2009 Posts: 10,995	I like to mix it up and sometimes loudly declare, "TRUTHERY." Usually in response to someone accusing me of "LIES AND DECEIT."
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02-05-2012, 05:55 PM	#7
Nightmare Member [29%] MBTI: INFP Join Date: Jan 2012 Posts: 1,184	But the word true is not really a proper response. It is not an acknowledgement. It is only acceptable when something said is known by the other person. In these circumstances my roommate does not know the answers to the questions he asks. This wouldn't bother me so much if he wasn't such a moron. He asks me so many stupid questions and is so unintelligent in almost every area that with responses such as "true", rage ensues. Last edited by RedOrange823; 02-05-2012 at 07:23 PM. Reason: disruptive (forum rule #2)
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02-05-2012, 07:29 PM	#9
thesorehead Member [20%] MBTI: INTJ Join Date: Jul 2011 Posts: 835	Just start saying "Indeed" a lot. Doesn't matter if he doesn't notice, it'll make you feel better. At least, it makes me feel better (similar situation). Also: To view links or images in this forum your post count must be 2 or greater. You currently have 0 posts.
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02-05-2012, 10:34 PM	#10
krisl Member [07%] MBTI: INTJ Join Date: Feb 2012 Posts: 315	That would drive me up the wall. I'd probably say "If you already knew this was true, why'd you ask me?"
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02-06-2012, 02:26 AM	#11
thod Core Member [162%] MBTI: INTP Join Date: Jan 2008 Posts: 6,508	I prefer "OK" to cover my back. OK can mean "I agree" or "I understand".
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02-06-2012, 01:04 PM	#12
Oros Ull Veteran Member [76%] MBTI: INFJ Join Date: Oct 2011 Posts: 3,075	I was under the impression that this was one of many terms in mainstream jargon. It’s like saying, Ok or Cool or Sweet or Neat or whatever… I doubt he actually is trying to imply that he already knew. But if he is then tell him to shut up and kick him in the shin.
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02-06-2012, 01:18 PM	#13
silvercrystal07 Member [22%] MBTI: INTJ Join Date: Jul 2010 Posts: 897	I say "true" in the same way as your roommate all the time. So no, it doesn't really bother me.
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02-06-2012, 03:48 PM	#14
dungeonguy88 Member [48%] MBTI: INTJ Join Date: Dec 2009 Posts: 1,953	I prefer saying indeed. At least, when I feel I have nothing more meaningful to add in, but I still feel a response is needed. Or I'll express some form of gratitude if someone has provided me some assistance. Perhaps, your roommate isn't trying to come off as intelligent, but rather it's just a habit he's picked up, or perhaps he simply wanted someone else to vocalize or confirm his own thought on an issue.
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02-07-2012, 04:38 AM	#18
JulietCapulet Veteran Member [96%] MBTI: XNFX Join Date: May 2010 Posts: 3,865	When I read this I had to laugh. Yes I can see what you mean and how that would become somewhat irksome. I actually don't know anyone who does it so I don't know for sure. Maybe he just doesn't have a lot to say. I'm sorry you are bothered by that...roommates in general can be a challenge. You could try saying something you know he won't think is true...and see what he says.
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02-09-2012, 03:46 AM	#19
sircockburn Veteran Member [79%] MBTI: ENTP Join Date: Feb 2010 Posts: 3,171	First world problems...
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02-09-2012, 04:03 AM	#20
Nyan Member [02%] MBTI: INFJ Join Date: Feb 2012 Posts: 86	Had a friend in my younger years that would always touch and inspect things physically, gah that annoyed me alot. Made me want to rig my room with traps that triggered when touched. Also that kind of person who couldn't think for himself, a mimicing kind of guy. Something that I find more annoying would be when people ask leading questions. They're just obstacles in conversation I usually don't want to participate in anyways, asking me to make a little jump just because, then if you don't jump, there follows even more conversation on why do I not jump? "You would do X, right?" (Y/N) My answer: Depends entirely on circumstances "Well, lets say that things are like Y and this happens because of Z, then you would X, right?" My answer: Possibly, also depends on other things and that's pretty much how I move around an obstacle without jumping or stopping.
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02-09-2012, 07:45 PM	#24
ctiquila Member [04%] MBTI: INTJ Join Date: May 2011 Posts: 174	The thing about us INTJ's is that we are so much smarter than most people. Your roomie probably recognizes your intelligence and so feels the need to run things past you. And b/c we are smarter we tend to become impatient when others do not understand what is clearly obvious to us. I agree with what's already been said-- that he probably looks up to you. It's reasonable to think that he would not understand why you are irritated with him. But you are the only one who can change the way he makes you feel. In fact, the ball is in your court. You either get over it already or do something else.
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02-09-2012, 07:47 PM	#25
ascii Member [03%] MBTI: INTP Join Date: Dec 2011 Posts: 131	I sympathize with you man, I also get frustrated when people say "I know," when they clearly didn't. I usually go captain douche bag on them and say "If you knew why did you ask." They stop pretty quickly To view links or images in this forum your post count must be 2 or greater. You currently have 0 posts.
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