nerdy

/ˈnʌrdi/
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Other forms: nerdiest; nerdier

Definitions of nerdy
  1. adjective
    of one having a sharp or single-minded interest in a subject, especially a specialized or academic area of study
    synonyms: geeky
  2. adjective
    (potentially offensive) of one lacking in social skills and seeming awkward
    synonyms: geeky
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