adj

nerdy

NUR-dee

Nerdy (adj) means resembling or characteristic of a nerd; intensely into intellectual or niche interests. Example: “He has a nerdy obsession with train schedules.”

adj

Resembling or characteristic of a nerd; intensely into intellectual or niche interests.

"He has a nerdy obsession with train schedules."

"Their nerdy debate about superhero physics went on for an hour."

How to use nerdy

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishDescribes someone or something with a strong, geeky enthusiasm for a specific topic.

Common pairings

nerdy joke nerdy hobby a bit nerdy

Word forms

nerdier comparative, nerdiest superlative

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Etymology

From nerd + the adjective-forming suffix -y.

Frequently asked questions

What does “nerdy” mean?

The word “nerdy” means resembling or characteristic of a nerd; intensely into intellectual or niche interests. In plain terms, describes someone or something with a strong, geeky enthusiasm for a specific topic.

How do you pronounce “nerdy”?

“Nerdy” is pronounced NUR-dee (/ˈnɜː(ɹ)di/ in IPA).

How do you use “nerdy” in a sentence?

Here is “nerdy” used in a sentence: “He has a nerdy obsession with train schedules.”

What part of speech is “nerdy”?

“Nerdy” is an adjective.