weirdo
Weirdo (noun) means an odd or eccentric person, especially one who behaves in a way others find unsettling. Example: “He got some strange looks from the other passengers, like they thought he was a weirdo.”
How to use weirdo
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishAn informal, often mildly insulting word for someone who acts strangely.
Casual and can be affectionate between friends or genuinely dismissive depending on tone — use carefully with strangers.
Word forms
weirdoes plural, weirdos plural, Weirdos plural
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Etymology
Formed from "weird" plus the informal suffix "-o," which turns an adjective into a label for a type of person (as in "cheapo" or "wino"). First recorded in American English in the early 1950s.
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What does “weirdo” mean?
The word “weirdo” means an odd or eccentric person, especially one who behaves in a way others find unsettling. In plain terms, an informal, often mildly insulting word for someone who acts strangely.
How do you pronounce “weirdo”?
“Weirdo” is pronounced WEER-doh (/ˈwɪəɹ.doʊ/ in IPA).
How do you use “weirdo” in a sentence?
Here is “weirdo” used in a sentence: “He got some strange looks from the other passengers, like they thought he was a weirdo.”
What part of speech is “weirdo”?
“Weirdo” is a noun.
Where does the word “weirdo” come from?
The word “weirdo” dates back to around 1950. Formed from "weird" plus the informal suffix "-o," which turns an adjective into a label for a type of person (as in "cheapo" or "wino"). First recorded in American English in the early 1950s.
Is “weirdo” a common word?
“Weirdo” is an uncommon word in modern English.
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