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Tryhard
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someone who overexerts to impress others, often appearing desperate or awkward
Slang
Grammatical Information
Animacy status
Human
Composition
Compound
Countable
Plural form
tryhards
What does "tryhard" mean in slang?
The term "tryhard" describes a person who puts in excessive effort to impress others, win, or appear skilled, often in a way that feels forced, desperate, or socially awkward. The structure is a compound of "try" and "hard," used sarcastically in slang to criticize over-effort rather than effort itself. It is informal and commonly used in gaming, sports, and online contexts to mock people who are seen as overly competitive or attention-seeking.
Examples
He 's such a tryhard, always showing off online.
