jerkism

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English[edit]

Etymology[edit]

jerk +‎ -ism

Noun[edit]

jerkism (uncountable)

  1. (slang) Jerkish behavior.
    • 2014, Mike Royko: The Chicago Tribune Collection 1984-1997:
      It was only a minor victory, but any blow against jerkism is to be savored. Unless you are a hermit or a jerk yourself, you must know that jerkism is one of society's major irritants, and it has been increasing.

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