-nik

American  

1. a suffix of nouns that refer, usually derogatorily, to persons who support or are concerned or associated with a particular political cause or group, cultural attitude, or the like.

   beatnik, filmnik; no-goodnik; peacenik.

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-nik British  

suffix

1. denoting a person associated with a specified state, belief, or quality

   beatnik

   refusenik

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Etymology

Origin of -nik

< Yiddish ( nudnik ) < Slavic: a personal suffix in Slavic languages in contact with Yiddish

Example Sentences

“We expect PepsiCo’s domestic topline challenges to persist, but do see signs of improvement in snacking volumes,” wrote RBC Capital Markets analyst Nik Modi in a Monday note.

From Barron's

“The revised range leaves room for further upgrades in 2H FY26, in our view,” says analyst Nik Burns.

From The Wall Street Journal

Analyst Nik Burns notes Woodside upgraded its 2025 output guidance twice during the year and then beat its final forecast.

From The Wall Street Journal

Chicago Cubs outfielder Pete Crow-Armstrong and Detroit Tigers pitcher Jack Flaherty joined former major leaguers Nik Turley and Josh Satin in being honored before a winter baseball game.

From Los Angeles Times

Given the upheaval, it's likely that Denver's formidable defense led by defensive player of the year Pat Surtain II and top pass rusher Nik Bonitto will be key.

From Barron's