nerds originated with Dr Seuss, if I’m not mistaken, and then the word was used as a derogatory term, that was then embraced by a portion of our society. After a few decades, it’s mutated to something used as a synonym for geek, unless you’re either a geek or a nerd, and then you are probably fairly strongly opinionated on which camp you fall into. Again, I’m assuming my memory works, so please correct my if my history is off
The difference isn’t defined anywhere. The terms are used for the same thing but half the people you ask will say there is a difference, they just can’t agree what it is. Everyone has their own opinion. The one I like best is that Geek is more technically inclined while Nerd is more Fan that tech head.
I don’t know how geek David Bowie may have been, or how does he influence geek culture (though I am a geek, but it does not mean we all like the same or are equal), but you may want to dedicate a panel to him. I’ll remember ‘the Labyrinth’, and ‘China Girl’
My personal definition? A geek is a nerd with some fashion sense. No tape on my glasses and no plaid shirts with pocket protectors, thank you very much!
Jeff0811 almost 9 years ago
I heard once that a geek is a nerd with money. That’s all the explanation I need.
Kim Metzger Premium Member almost 9 years ago
A geek is a carny that bites the heads off of chickens.
John Wiley Premium Member almost 9 years ago
Geek – East coastNerd – West coast
comicadam almost 9 years ago
Nerd – collects cool stuffGeek – makes cool stuff
Olddog1 almost 9 years ago
Anybody but Kim know the original definition?
b0mb almost 9 years ago
nerds originated with Dr Seuss, if I’m not mistaken, and then the word was used as a derogatory term, that was then embraced by a portion of our society. After a few decades, it’s mutated to something used as a synonym for geek, unless you’re either a geek or a nerd, and then you are probably fairly strongly opinionated on which camp you fall into. Again, I’m assuming my memory works, so please correct my if my history is off
Flash Gordon almost 9 years ago
Dren = nerd spelled backwards.☺Jeff0811 and comicadam have the best answers even thoughthey may not be 100% accurate.
TheBigPickle almost 9 years ago
One can be both… A gerd…
johnzakour Premium Member almost 9 years ago
If it means anything I’ve always considered myself a “geek”, a guy who likes computers and stuff but is still really go at throwing and hitting stuff.
Kerovan almost 9 years ago
The difference isn’t defined anywhere. The terms are used for the same thing but half the people you ask will say there is a difference, they just can’t agree what it is. Everyone has their own opinion. The one I like best is that Geek is more technically inclined while Nerd is more Fan that tech head.
ursen1 almost 9 years ago
It’s like most people don’t understand the difference between a hillbilly and a redneck.
ChessPirate almost 9 years ago
I always thought that a Geek was just a bit nerdier than a Nerd…
redback almost 9 years ago
I don’t know how geek David Bowie may have been, or how does he influence geek culture (though I am a geek, but it does not mean we all like the same or are equal), but you may want to dedicate a panel to him. I’ll remember ‘the Labyrinth’, and ‘China Girl’
Echo Sam almost 9 years ago
A Geek is a professional Nerd. Geeks get paid for their nerdy knowledge, Nerds keep it in the basement.
mggreen almost 9 years ago
John and Scott, I hope you NEVER grow up! I LOVE your humor!
ChrisV almost 9 years ago
To quote Milhouse from The Simpsons “I’m not a nerd! Nerds are smart!”
beammeup1701 (Bozo by Foxo makes everyone happy!) almost 9 years ago
My personal definition? A geek is a nerd with some fashion sense. No tape on my glasses and no plaid shirts with pocket protectors, thank you very much!