The Evolution of 'Nerd': From Insult to Mainstream
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The word 'nerd' likely originated from Dr. Seuss's 1950 book and evolved from slang for a 'stupid or crazy person' to a term describing passionate, often socially awkward individuals. Once a pejorative, 'nerd' has become mainstream, encompassing a broad range of interests and identities, and is now associated with pop culture icons and trends.
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