cringey

See also: cringe-y

English

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Etymology

From cringe +‎ -y.

Pronunciation

  • IPA(key): /ˈkɹɪnd͡ʒi/
  • Audio (General American):(file)
  • Rhymes: -ɪnd͡ʒi

Adjective

cringey (comparative cringier or more cringey, superlative cringiest or most cringey)

  1. Characterised by causing feelings of embarrassment; embarrassing.
    Synonym: cringeworthy
  2. Cringing; cowardly.

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