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Nerdy: meaning, definitions and examples

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nerdy

 

[ หˆnษœrdi ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

personality traits

The term 'nerdy' is often used to describe a person who is highly intellectual, socially awkward, or overly enthusiastic about specific interests, particularly in areas such as technology, science, or comics. While the term can carry a negative connotation of being uncool, it has also been embraced by many as a badge of honor, celebrating one's passions and knowledge. Nerdy individuals tend to have specific hobbies that they are deeply invested in, and they often exhibit a strong sense of curiosity. The stereotype has evolved over time to include a more positive image, where being nerdy can symbolize authenticity and passion.

Synonyms

bookish, geeky, intellectual, obsessive, studious

Examples of usage

  • He has a nerdy fascination with astronomy.
  • Her nerdy habits include reading comic books and building model airplanes.
  • The nerdy guy in our class won the science fair.
  • They often gather at the nerdy gaming convention.

Translations

Translations of the word "nerdy" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น nerd

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคจเคฐเฅเคก

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช nerdig

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ nerd

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฝะตะดะพั‚ะตะฟะฐ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ nerd

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใ‚ชใ‚ฟใ‚ฏ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท intello

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ friki

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท nerd

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋„ˆ๋“œ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ู†ูŠุฑุฏูŠ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ nerd

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ nerd

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ไนฆๅ‘†ๅญ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ nerd

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ nรถrd

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะฝะตั€ะด

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒœแƒ”แƒ แƒ“แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ nerd

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ nerd

Etymology

The word 'nerd' first appeared in Dr. Seuss's 1950 book 'If I Ran the Zoo,' as a name for a fanciful creature. However, its modern usage gained traction in the 1960s, particularly in American culture. The term originally had a derogatory connotation, used to describe a person who was socially inept or overly academically inclined, often in contrast to more conventional or 'cool' individuals. In the decades that followed, the definition of 'nerd' began to shift, particularly with the rise of the tech industry and pop culture phenomena like comic books and video games. By the early 2000s, being nerdy became more accepted and even trendy, with many embracing the identity as a source of pride. Today, the term 'nerdy' is often used positively to refer to a deep passion for specific subjects or hobbies, marking a significant cultural shift in how society views intellectual curiosity and enthusiasm.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #36,379, this word is encountered relatively rarely in everyday English. It might appear in literary works or specialized texts but isn't essential for general communication.