cringey

See also: cringe-y

English

Alternative forms

• cringe-y, cringy

Etymology

From cringe +‎ -y.

Pronunciation

• IPA^(key): /ˈkɹɪnd͡ʒi/

• Audio (General American):

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• 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.

Derived terms

• cringily

 

Translations

cringeworthy — see cringeworthy