Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
cringey
Adjective
/ˈkrɪn.dʒi/
Definition
Causing feelings of embarrassment or awkwardness.
Examples
- His constant need for attention can be pretty cringey at times.
- Watching that old video of myself was so cringey, I could barely make it through.
- The cringey jokes at the party fell flat and made everyone awkward.
Meaning
Something that makes you feel uncomfortable or embarrassed, often because of being overly sentimental, awkward, or silly.
Synonyms
- Embarrassing
- Awkward
- Cheesy
- Uncomfortable
