Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
cringing
verb
/krɪnʤɪŋ/
Definition
The act of shrinking back or recoiling in fear, discomfort, or embarrassment.
Examples
- She couldn’t help cringing at the awkward joke he made during the meeting.
- The sight of the scary movie made him cringe in his seat.
- He cringed when he heard his voice recorded.
Meaning
To cringe is to draw back or flinch in response to something that makes one feel anxious or uncomfortable, often due to embarrassment or fear.
Synonyms
- flinch
- shrink
- wince
- recoil
