to be a nerk

Examples

• All

• You don't have to be a nerk just because things aren't going your way.

• He can really be a nerk sometimes.

• If you be a nerk in front of your boss, you might miss out on a promotion.

• Don't be a nerk and ignore the advice!

• If you be a nerk during the meeting, no one will take you seriously.

• Stop being a nerk and focus on finishing your project on time.

• You don't need to be a nerk when faced with challenges; just try your best.

Synonyms

B

to be a buffoon

vsto be a nerk

• Offensive

2 8.1

To act in a silly, embarrassing way to make people laugh

covers foolishness more generally, not necessarily exaggerated or theatrical

B

to be a dolt

vsto be a nerk

• Offensive

1 9.4

Act in a foolish way and ignore good advice

focuses on ineffective or generally foolish behaviour rather than insult tone

B

to be a berk

vsto be a nerk

• Offensive

1 9.9

To act in a foolish way

is similar but emphasises the ineffective or clumsy aspect rather than informality

B

to be a tosser

vsto be a nerk

• Offensive

1 9.9

To behave in a rude, stupid way

is the neutral description of foolish or ineffective behaviour without insult feel

A

to act like a putz

vsto be a nerk

• Offensive

1 9.9

To behave in a silly or clumsy way

includes ineffectiveness but also covers foolish choices beyond mere clumsiness

B

to be a numskull

vsto be a nerk

• Offensive

9.5

To do something silly without thinking

is broader, covering foolish acts whether thoughtless or simply ineffective

B

to be a nimrod

vsto be a nerk

• Offensive

9.9

Act in a foolish, clumsy way

highlights general foolish or ineffective action without implying lasting incompetence

A

to act like a peabrain

vsto be a nerk

• Offensive

9.6

Behave in a silly, not very smart way

is broader, focusing on poor or ineffective actions rather than low intellect

A

to act like a dipstick

vsto be a nerk

• Offensive

9.9

To behave foolishly or clumsily

is the straightforward idea of acting foolishly without the comic nuance

A

to act like a dumbo

vsto be a nerk

• Offensive

9.6

Behave in a silly or foolish way

covers stupid or ineffective acts whether childish or adult

B

to be a dink

vsto be a nerk

• Offensive

9.9

To behave in a rude or foolish way that annoys other people

focuses on ineffectiveness and foolishness rather than the irritating effect

B

to be a nobber

vsto be a nerk

• Offensive

9.9

Act in a silly and annoying way

is about foolish or ineffective behaviour without stressing annoyance

B

to be a skaapie

vsto be a nerk

• Offensive

9.9

Act in a foolish way because you trust people too easily

is broader, covering foolish acts not only caused by naivety

A

to act like a dorkus

vsto be a nerk

• Offensive

9.9

To behave in a silly, awkward way that looks foolish

is the plain description of foolish or ineffective acting without awkward emphasis

B

to be a chutiya

vsto be a nerk

• Offensive

9.9

To behave in a stupid and rude way

is the neutral description of foolish or ineffective conduct without harsh tone

Antonyms

C

clever

573 1.7

Understands things quickly and finds smart solutions

C

competent

114 3.6

Able to do a job well because of skill and knowledge

How Foolish

to be a nerk

• Offensive

9.9

to act like a clodpole

• Offensive

9.9

incompetent

141 4.9

foolishness

61 2.7

Surface Forms

Morphology

Etymology