nerd

[nɜːrd]

nerd Definition

  • 1a person who is extremely interested in one subject, especially computers, and knows a lot of facts about it
  • 2a person who is socially awkward and unpopular : a usually intelligent person who does not fit in with other people

Using nerd: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "nerd" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    He's a computer nerd who spends all his time programming.

  • Example

    She was always considered a nerd in high school.

  • Example

    I'm such a nerd when it comes to history.

  • Example

    The science fiction convention was full of nerds.

nerd Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for nerd

Antonyms for nerd

Phrases with nerd

  • to become very excited and enthusiastic about something that is typically considered uncool or niche

    Example

    I could nerd out about comic books for hours.

  • an exclamation used to indicate that someone is being overly enthusiastic or geeky about a particular topic

    Example

    Nerd alert! He's talking about Star Wars again.

  • nerd glasses

    thick-framed glasses that are often associated with stereotypical depictions of nerds

    Example

    He wore a pair of black-rimmed nerd glasses to complete his Halloween costume.

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Summary: nerd in Brief

A 'nerd' [nɜːrd] is a person who is highly knowledgeable and passionate about a specific subject, often related to technology or academics. It can also refer to someone who is socially awkward and unpopular. The term is often used in a self-deprecating or humorous way, as in 'I'm such a nerd when it comes to history.' 'Nerd' has synonyms like 'geek' and 'intellectual,' and phrases like 'nerd out' and 'nerd alert.'

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