Girly Swot

C1 8+

Pronunciation: /ˈɡɜrli swɑt/

Definitions of girly swot

noun a term used informally in British English to describe someone who is perceived as overly focused on their studies or intellectual pursuits

Example Sentences

A1 She is a girly swot who always gets top marks in class.

A2 The girly swot in our group always has her homework done on time.

B1 Being labeled as a girly swot can sometimes lead to feeling isolated from peers.

B2 Despite being called a girly swot, she doesn't let it affect her confidence in her abilities.

C1 Her reputation as a girly swot precedes her, but she doesn't mind as long as she continues to excel academically.

C2 The term 'girly swot' is often used in a derogatory manner to undermine the achievements of intelligent and hardworking women.

Examples of girly swot in a Sentence

formal She was known as a girly swot in school, always excelling in her studies and extracurricular activities.

informal My sister is a total girly swot - she loves fashion and makeup but also gets straight A's in school.

slang I never would have guessed that she's a girly swot - she always looks so trendy and fashionable.

figurative Being a girly swot doesn't mean you can't have fun - she knows how to balance her interests and responsibilities.

Grammatical Forms of girly swot

past tense

girly swotted

plural

girly swots

comparative

more girly swot

superlative

most girly swot

present tense

girly swots

future tense

will girly swot

perfect tense

has girly swotted

continuous tense

is girly swotting

singular

girly swot

positive degree

very girly swot

infinitive

to girly swot

gerund

girly swotting

participle

girly swotted

Origin and Evolution of girly swot

First Known Use: 1985 year
Language of Origin: English
Story behind the word: The term 'girly swot' originated in British English as a derogatory slang term used to describe a studious or academically-focused girl or woman.
Evolution of the word: Originally used in a negative and belittling manner, the term 'girly swot' has evolved over time to be reclaimed by some as a badge of honor, celebrating intelligence and dedication to education.