Meaning & use

twerp

noun·Everyday

An informal, mildly insulting term for a small, silly, or annoying person.

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Stop being such a twerp and give your sister back her toy.

The coach called the rookie a twerp for showing up late to practice.

A note on using this word

Twerp is informal and is usually used affectionately or mockingly rather than as a serious insult.

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