sperg

In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.

Sense 1

Meaning · English

A person with Asperger's syndrome; an Aspergerian.

Register: derogatory, offensive, slang

Where it’s used: Used American English

Examples

No, spergs are compulsively self-absorbed and narcissistic. Harnessing self-generating dopamine off impulse requires a certain level of selfishness. Not necessarily derogatory, but considerable. Some people have disorders ('ticks') that cause this instinct as well.

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).

Sense 2

Meaning · English

A person who displays awkward, pedantic, or obsessive behavior that is associated with Asperger's syndrome.

Register: derogatory, offensive, slang

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).

Common questions

What does “sperg” mean?

A person with Asperger's syndrome; an Aspergerian.

Is “sperg” formal or informal?

sperg is generally derogatory, offensive, slang.