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Someone who is regarded as contemptible. Also: Harass with persistent criticism.

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Usage examples (37)
  • Some considered the class clown to be a comedian and others considered her to be a twit.
  • That twit is such phony outrage and hypocrisy personified …
  • This self aggrandizing twit is convinced that she's on the road to sainthood.
  • I can't believe this twit is dectiating what the healthcare should and should not be.
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