clever Dick

/ˌklɛvər dɪk/
IPA guide

Definitions of clever Dick
  1. noun
    an intellectual who is ostentatiously and irritatingly knowledgeable
    synonyms: clever clogs
    see moresee less
    type of:
    intellect, intellectual
    a person who uses the mind creatively
Cite this entry
Style:
MLA
  • MLA
  • APA
  • Chicago

Copy citation
DISCLAIMER: These example sentences appear in various news sources and books to reflect the usage of the word ‘clever Dick'. Views expressed in the examples do not represent the opinion of Vocabulary.com or its editors. Send us feedback
Word Family