jerks
n. countable B1 Intermediate US //ˈdʒɝks// UK //dʒˈɜːks// jerks
n. people who are mean, selfish, or rude to others. You use this word when someone behaves in a way that is not kind or thoughtful.
n. individuals who behave in a selfish, rude, or contemptible manner. Often used as a mild to moderate insult for those lacking social empathy.
Those jerks left their trash all over the park.
I don't want to go to that party because it's always full of jerks who make fun of everyone.
While the manager was technically competent, his tendency to treat his subordinates like jerks eventually led to a complete collapse in office morale.
Usage
Informal in register; primarily used in North American English to describe unpleasant people.