Pronunciation: /ˈɡɜrli swɑt/
noun a term used informally in British English to describe someone who is perceived as overly focused on their studies or intellectual pursuits
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.
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.
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