Jerk: meaning, definitions and examples
๐คฌ
jerk
[ dสษหrk ]
rude person
A jerk is someone who is rude, obnoxious, or unpleasant. They often behave in a disrespectful or offensive manner towards others.
Synonyms
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| Word | Description / Examples |
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| jerk |
Used to describe someone who is behaving rudely or inconsiderately. It can be used in both casual and slightly serious situations.
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| idiot |
Used to describe someone who has done something foolish or lacking intelligence. It is often used in a moment of frustration or as an insult with a strong negative connotation.
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| jerkface |
A playful or slightly more childish term to describe someone who is being annoying or rude. It is often used casually among friends or in less serious situations.
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| bully |
Refers to someone who deliberately intimidates or mistreats others, often regularly and over time. It is often used in more serious contexts, especially in schools or workplaces.
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Examples of usage
- He's such a jerk, always making fun of people.
- She called him a jerk after he insulted her.
Translations
Translations of the word "jerk" in other languages:
๐ต๐น idiota
- sacanagem
- empurrรฃo
๐ฎ๐ณ เคเคเคเคพ
๐ฉ๐ช Idiot
- Ruck
- Trottel
๐ฎ๐ฉ orang bodoh
๐บ๐ฆ ะฟัะธะดััะพะบ
๐ต๐ฑ idiota
๐ฏ๐ต ใใซ
๐ซ๐ท imbรฉcile
๐ช๐ธ idiota
๐น๐ท aptal
๐ฐ๐ท ๋ฉ์ฒญ์ด
๐ธ๐ฆ ุฃุญู ู
๐จ๐ฟ blbec
๐ธ๐ฐ hlupรกk
๐จ๐ณ ็ฌจ่
๐ธ๐ฎ bedak
๐ฎ๐ธ heimskingi
๐ฐ๐ฟ ะฐาัะผะฐา
๐ฌ๐ช แแแแแขแ
๐ฆ๐ฟ axmaq
๐ฒ๐ฝ idiota
Etymology
The word 'jerk' has a long history, dating back to the 16th century. Originally used to describe a quick, sharp movement, it later evolved to also refer to a rude or obnoxious person. The exact origin of the word is uncertain, but it may have roots in the Middle English word 'jerkyn', meaning to pull or move abruptly.