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noun

dickwad

Dickwad (noun) means a contemptible or foolish person; a jerk. Example: “Stop being such a dickwad about the parking spot.”

noun
1
A contemptible or foolish person; a jerk.
"Stop being such a dickwad about the parking spot."

How to use dickwad

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishA slang insult for someone acting foolishly or obnoxiously.

When to use it

Vulgar slang — casual and mocking rather than genuinely aggressive.

Word forms

dickwads plural

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Etymology

Formed from dick + -wad, following the pattern of similar slangy insults.

Frequently asked questions

What does “dickwad” mean?

The word “dickwad” means a contemptible or foolish person; a jerk. In plain terms, a slang insult for someone acting foolishly or obnoxiously.

How do you use “dickwad” in a sentence?

Here is “dickwad” used in a sentence: “Stop being such a dickwad about the parking spot.”

What part of speech is “dickwad”?

“Dickwad” is a noun.

What is the meaning of dickwad?

"dickwad" (noun) means a contemptible or foolish person; a jerk.

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