as in nerd
a person slavishly devoted to intellectual or academic pursuits a bookworm who prefers reading to just about any other activity

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Recent Examples of bookworm This year, over 6.2 million dedicated bookworms voted, and some of this year’s winners just so happen to be books that PEOPLE recommended throughout the year, as well. Gil MacIas, People.com, 5 Dec. 2024 On the other hand, showing the family bookworm your favorite reading chair provides an escape that’s all theirs away from everyone else. Quincy Bulin, Southern Living, 18 Dec. 2024 Heading into the new year, this is perfect for the bookworms seeking visual inspiration, the photography and storytelling is just amazing. Kelly Wearstler, Vogue, 12 Dec. 2024 So The Best Gifts for Book Lovers Here are plenty of gift ideas for your favorite bookworm, from tech to cozy accessories. Scott Gilbertson, WIRED, 28 Nov. 2024 See all Example Sentences for bookworm 

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“Bookworm.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bookworm. Accessed 21 Jan. 2025.

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