Wonk

Definitions

1. An overly studious person, particularly a student.
   derogatory, informal
2. A policy wonk or other intellectual expert.
   broadly, informal

Equivalents

Examples

“Previously, e-reading had been the domain of early adopters and new technology wonks.”

“This is the sort⟳ of standard that the Paul Ryans of the world trumpet to their constituents, to potential campaign contributors and to their peers in Congress. They become⟳ “budget wonks” and political superstars, even if their proposals are bound to go nowhere.”

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