Meaning & Definition of word "Chad"

Chad

/tʃæd/

1. A small piece of paper that is punched out from a larger piece, often used in the context of voting ballots.
- Example: The election officials carefully checked the chads to ensure they were properly punched.
2. A term used to refer to a young man perceived as a stereotypical affluent, attractive, and often self-absorbed individual.
- Example: He acted like a chad, flaunting his wealth and good looks at the party.
3. In slang, a usually attractive or popular male, especially in collegiate or social settings.
- Example: The campus was filled with chads who seemed to be at the center of every social event.

Originated from the 1980s, possibly linked to the word 'chad' in American English referring to the bits of paper from punch cards.

hanging chad:

A type of chad that remains attached after a ballot is punched, which can lead to confusion in vote counting.

chad level:

Refers to someone's social status or attractiveness in a casual, often derogatory sense.

punch card:

A card that holds data in physical form, which can be processed by a machine through punched holes.

ballot:

A method of secret voting, often involving a paper or online form.

Meaning: A stereotypical alpha male known for physical attractiveness and confidence.

Example Sentence: He is such a chad, always surrounded by admirers.

Meaning: A person who is socially successful, particularly with women.

Example Sentence: In college, he became known as the ultimate chad, dating the most popular girls.