edgy

adjective

ˈe-jē How to pronounce edgy (audio)
edgier; edgiest
Synonyms of edgy
1
: having an edge : sharp
2
a
: being on edge : tense, irritable
b
: characterized by tension
edgy negotiations
3
: having a bold, provocative, or unconventional quality
an edgy film
edgily
ˈe-jə-lē How to pronounce edgy (audio)
adverb
edginess
ˈe-jē-nəs How to pronounce edgy (audio)
noun

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Too much coffee makes me edgy. Why are you so edgy? Their relationship has always been edgy. one of the director's edgier films
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For example, these Cecilie Bahnsen x Asics white sneakers put an edgy spin on the classic silhouette that works so well with this oversized outfit. — Daisy Maldonado, InStyle, 5 Sep. 2026 Also, a leather jacket always adds an edgy touch to any ensemble. — Jake Henry Smith, Glamour, 4 Sep. 2026 Schrader remains a master storyteller and here has one of his edgier outings. — Pete Hammond, Deadline, 4 Sep. 2026 Foy’s dress was paired with a set of leather opera gloves that, while creating a material juxtaposition, also added a modern edgy element to the look. — Julia Teti, Footwear News, 2 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for edgy

Word History

First Known Use

1634, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of edgy was in 1634

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“Edgy.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/edgy. Accessed 7 Sep. 2026.

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edgy

adjective
ˈej-ē How to pronounce edgy (audio)
edgier; edgiest
1
: having an edge : sharp
2
: tense entry 2 sense 2, irritable
spoke with an edgy tone
edgily
ˈej-ə-lē How to pronounce edgy (audio)
adverb
edginess
ˈej-ē-nəs How to pronounce edgy (audio)
noun
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