A nerd is a person seen as overly intellectual, obsessive, introverted or lacking social skills. Additionally, many so-called nerds are described as being shy, quirky, pedantic, and unattractive.

What activities are considered nerdy?

16 Geeky Ideas for a Fun Night OutHit the Go-Karting Track. Get Competitive With Laser Tag. Head to a Board Game Cafe. Sing Karaoke. Get Nostalgic at an Arcade. Try an Escape Room. Find Thrift Shop Treasures. Unlock Creativity at Paint Night.More items •7 Mar 2019

Why do nerds lack social skills?

They lack social skills because they lack emotional intelligence. To take it further: nerds lack emotional intelligence because they have learnt to ignore the relevant emotions. That is why bullies are able to bait nerds; they both feel that the nerds denial of group emotions makes them culpable.