A fork of Rural Dictionary
A spaz is someone whose intentions are dear and is a source of constant entertainment. In this sense, the word spaz is used as a term of teasing endearment. Spaz can also be used as a nickname. A spaz is a loveable goofball who is incredibly well meaning and thus extremely attractive. A spaz's good nature makes you smile, laugh and warms your heart.
Elaine: "John can be such a dear spaz at times.” Tina: “Yeah, I can’t help but love him.”
A hyperactive person that acts in a strange way. Usually either rambling or completely quiet, clumsy, and seemingly illiterate or insane. A spaz is probably an awkward or socially unacceptable. ( usually an insult )
"God Janice, quit pacing, you look like a spaz!" "I spilled the drink on him like a total spaz! I ruined the date, Becky." "No one really talks to her, she's a spaz, you can't take her anywhere."
The meaning of this word differs depending on which country you're in. If you're in the USA, it's used to describe clumsy people. However, if you're in the UK, it's a slur towards disabled people (particularly ones with cerebral palsy). So, be careful and take note, that if you're American, to not use that word around Brits.
USA A kid shouts out in a class: "LOL! Tim is such a spaz!" "Thank you for that John. Now, can I continue with my lesson?" UK The british kid shouts out in a class: "LOL! Tim is such a spaz!" (gets b-slapped by a teacher)