Dweeb
noun
A boring, unattractive, or socially awkward person who is not interesting or cool.
He was considered a dweeb in high school because he was always studying and never went to parties.
Often appears as...
- computer dweeb
- social dweeb
Usage tips
Informal, Disapproving
Colloquial
noun
A boring, unattractive, or socially awkward person who is not interesting or cool.
He was considered a dweeb in high school because he was always studying and never went to parties.
Often appears as...
- computer dweeb
- social dweeb
Usage tips
Informal, Disapproving
Colloquial
Definition 1 of 1
Pro Tip 1/3Negative Connotation
The term 'dweeb' is usually negative, suggesting that someone is socially awkward or uncool.
Although he's really smart, some people unfairly call him a dweeb.
Pro Tip 2/3Informal Use
'Dweeb' is informal and may be considered rude or insulting if used in polite company.
I apologize for calling him a dweeb at the dinner table, it was inappropriate.
Pro Tip 3/3Jocular Mockery
Sometimes used jokingly among friends without intention to harm.
My friends laughed when I tripped, calling me a clumsy dweeb.
Pro Tip 1/3Negative Connotation
The term 'dweeb' is usually negative, suggesting that someone is socially awkward or uncool.
Although he's really smart, some people unfairly call him a dweeb.
Pro Tip 2/3Informal Use
'Dweeb' is informal and may be considered rude or insulting if used in polite company.
I apologize for calling him a dweeb at the dinner table, it was inappropriate.
Pro Tip 3/3Jocular Mockery
Sometimes used jokingly among friends without intention to harm.
My friends laughed when I tripped, calling me a clumsy dweeb.
Pro Tip 1/3Negative Connotation
The term 'dweeb' is usually negative, suggesting that someone is socially awkward or uncool.
Although he's really smart, some people unfairly call him a dweeb.
Pro Tip 2/3Informal Use
'Dweeb' is informal and may be considered rude or insulting if used in polite company.
I apologize for calling him a dweeb at the dinner table, it was inappropriate.
Pro Tip 3/3Jocular Mockery
Sometimes used jokingly among friends without intention to harm.
My friends laughed when I tripped, calling me a clumsy dweeb.
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Video examples
Mean Tweets with Neil...
dweeb nobody watches science fiction movies for the science I wouldn't say nobody watches the science fiction movies for the science I would say for sure Josh from school doesn't watch science fiction movies for the science but if you watch science
Video examples
Mean Tweets with Neil...
dweeb nobody watches science fiction movies for the science I wouldn't say nobody watches the science fiction movies for the science I would say for sure Josh from school doesn't watch science fiction movies for the science but if you watch science
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Quote examples
Sigourney Weaver
American Actress
I actually think the reason I am interested in certain parts is because I was such a dweeb in high school. When you are such a loser, it's a helpful way in to a lot of characters because even very powerful people are not all that powerful, really.
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Catherine Jinks
Australian Writer
When you're a dweeb, when you're really young, it stands out. But as everybody gets older and more conservative, it's not an issue any more.
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Rebecca Mader
English Actress
I love science fiction stuff - I'm a bit of a dweeb like that.
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Rick Nielsen
American Musician
I'm kind of a goony guy, a dweeb or a geek.
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Sigourney Weaver
American Actress
I actually think the reason I am interested in certain parts is because I was such a dweeb in high school. When you are such a loser, it's a helpful way in to a lot of characters because even very powerful people are not all that powerful, really.
Quote examples
Catherine Jinks
Australian Writer
When you're a dweeb, when you're really young, it stands out. But as everybody gets older and more conservative, it's not an issue any more.
Quote examples
Rebecca Mader
English Actress
I love science fiction stuff - I'm a bit of a dweeb like that.
Quote examples
Rick Nielsen
American Musician
I'm kind of a goony guy, a dweeb or a geek.
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