The term 'nerds' is often used to describe people who are socially awkward, highly intelligent, and passionate about a particular subject. The crossword solutions for this term include 'DWEEBS' (6 letters), 'DORKS' (5 letters), 'DRIPS' (5 letters), 'GEEKS' (5 letters), 'dopes' (5 letters), 'FOOLS' (5 letters), 'WIMPS' (5 letters), 'wonks' (5 letters), 'WIENER' (7 letters), and 'squarefolk' (10 letters). All of these terms are used to describe people who are considered to be nerds, but each has its own unique connotation. For example, 'DWEEBS' are often seen as being overly nerdy, while 'DORKS' are seen as being socially inept. 'DRIPS' are seen as being overly sensitive, while 'GEEKS' are seen as being highly knowledgeable in a particular field. 'Dopes' are seen as being foolish, while 'FOOLS' are seen as being gullible. 'WIMPS' are seen as being cowardly, while 'wonks' are seen as being obsessed with details. 'WIENER' is seen as being a nerd who is also a bit of a show-off, while 'squarefolk' are seen as being overly traditional.