catstare

A cat with a dark, intense, and unblinking stare looking directly at the viewer.
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What does the catstare emoji mean?

A deeply unsettling, intense stare from a cat that pierces right through your soul.

This emoji features a low-resolution, high-contrast image of a cat with an unnervingly blank and intense expression. Often referred to as 'catstare' or 'cursed cat,' it is a staple of internet humor used to convey silent judgment, awkwardness, or a sense of impending doom in Discord chats. It is the perfect reaction for when someone says something so bizarre that words fail you.

When to use it

  • Expressing silent judgment toward a bad take
  • Reacting to an incredibly awkward chat moment
  • Staring down someone who said something weird
  • Creating a sense of dread in conversation

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How to add this emoji

Add to Discord
  1. Click Download PNG above to save the catstare image.
  2. Open Discord and go to Server Settings โ†’ Emoji.
  3. Click Upload Emoji and choose the downloaded file.
  4. Give it a name and save. You need the Manage Emojis and Stickers permission.
Add to Slack
  1. Download the catstare image.
  2. Open the Slack emoji picker and click Add Emoji.
  3. Upload the file, name it, and save.
Add to Revolt/Stoat
  1. Download the catstare image.
  2. Open Server Settings โ†’ Emojis in Revolt or Stoat.
  3. Upload the file and name your new emoji.
Add to Guilded
  1. Download the catstare image.
  2. Go to Server Settings โ†’ Emotes in Guilded.
  3. Upload the file and give it a name.