Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

jaggies

noun

/ˈdʒæɡiz/

Definition

Jaggies are the rough, pixelated edges that appear on diagonal or curved lines in digital images.

Examples

The jaggies were noticeable in the low-resolution image, making it difficult to appreciate the artwork.
Developers used anti-aliasing techniques to reduce the appearance of jaggies in the game graphics.

Meaning

The term ‘jaggies’ refers to the unwanted visual artifacts that resemble jagged edges or stair-step patterns, caused by insufficient resolution or poor anti-aliasing in graphics.