Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

derp

slang
/dɜrp/
Definition
A silly or foolish person; often used to refer to someone who makes a silly mistake.
Examples
  • “I can’t believe I forgot my keys again. Derp!”
  • “She totally derped when she tried to parallel park.”
  • “His derp moment was when he tried to order a vegetarian meal at a steakhouse.”
Meaning
Derp is used to describe a lack of intelligence or a goofy, clumsy behavior by someone.
Synonyms
  • fool
  • doofus
  • dunce
  • klutz