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.