Yup... it's horrible... But we are used to it!

Haha

In German it's cynicism. More like a nudge between peers.
It is supposed to relay mutual feelings of a dash of envy, respect, appreciation, and high regard of the matter titled as 'aweful'.
In short... a rude congenial compliment. Usually the creator of the work is then giving it away for free... 8)))))
well... maybe I made that last one up.

Happy holidays
Lemo