tryhard

English

noun
Definitions
  • (derogatory) A person usually of little talent who tries hard to succeed, especially through imitation, usually to gain fame or popularity.
  • (derogatory) A person who is perceived as putting too much effort into something recreational, such as a game.

Etymology

Compound from English try (extract oil from whale blubber) + English hard.

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