twerp
Americannoun
noun
Other Word Forms
Etymology
Origin of twerp
First recorded in 1920–25; origin uncertain
Example Sentences
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On the other hand, Boy Kavalier is such an evil twerp that you want him to stay around long enough to earn the outcome he deserves, whatever that ends up being.
From Salon • Aug. 5, 2025
Aegon, now played by Tom Glynn-Carney, has graduated from silly twerp to vile lout.
From New York Times • Oct. 9, 2022
It’s the goofy Santa Claus savings bank you got from your great-aunt when you were still a twerp.
From Washington Post • Jun. 1, 2018
I don’t remember what answer I gave, but I have a strong memory of sitting in an auditorium in Albany, New York, with my mom and watching some other twerp win the prize.
From Slate • Sep. 1, 2015
And news she had: “Jordan Rylance”—the lucky twerp across town who goes to the Performing Arts School—“announced a very special trip he’s taking to New York City, Nate,” Libby said, grinning like a Lotto winner.
From "Better Nate Than Ever" by Tim Federle
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