nazi
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Meaning · English
One who imposes their views on others; one who is unfairly oppressive or needlessly strict. (also frequently uncapitalised: nazi)
Register: derogatory, offensive, slang
Where it’s used:
Used
American English
Examples
She's a total grammar Nazi.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “nazi” mean?
One who imposes their views on others; one who is unfairly oppressive or needlessly strict. (also frequently uncapitalised: nazi)
Is “nazi” formal or informal?
nazi is generally derogatory, offensive, slang.