nerd
The word “nerd” has 1 syllable: nerd
It's pronounced as /nɜrd/
What is synonym and antonym for nerd?
In the thesaurus, “nerd” has 2 synonyms and 7 antonyms.
Here are synonyms and antonyms for nerd along with examples of usage in sentences.
Synonyms for nerd
- geek
- intellectual
Antonyms for nerd
- dope
- dunce
- lowbrow
- moron
- philistine
- slacker
- underachiever
Meanings of nerd
- noun
- (sometimes derogatory) A person who is intellectual but generally introverted.
- (sometimes derogatory) One who has an intense, obsessive interest in something.
- An unattractive, socially awkward, annoying, undesirable, and/or boring, person; a dork.
- (post-1980s) A member of a subculture revolving around video games, fantasy and science fiction, comic books and assorted media.
Example Sentences
- He was always the nerd in school, excelling in science and math.
- The movie featured a nerd who turned out to be the hero of the story.
- She proudly embraces her identity as a nerd, especially when it comes to technology.
- They teased him for being a nerd, but he didn't mind because he loved his hobbies.
- As a self-proclaimed nerd, he enjoyed reading comic books and playing strategy games.
On this page you'll find 9 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to nerd, such as: dope, dunce, geek, intellectual, lowbrow, moron, philistine.
Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.
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