edgier; edgiest
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 adverb
edginess noun

Examples of edgy in a Sentence

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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Young people tend to favor political personalities perceived as edgy, rebellious and countercultural. Charles Trepany, USA TODAY, 21 Nov. 2024 The preppy style staple is an unexpected pairing with something as edgy as black leather pants, but the flat front, side slit pockets, and clean wide waistband add smart tailoring to these relaxed travel-friendly bottoms. Nneya Richards, Travel + Leisure, 20 Nov. 2024 Their personas seem derived from the unruly and edgy rockstars of the past. Alphonse Pierre, Pitchfork, 4 Nov. 2024 Bottoms is a must-watch for fans looking for a more modern and edgy alternative to Mean Girls. Jane Lacroix, People.com, 2 Nov. 2024 See all Example Sentences for edgy 

Word History

First Known Use

1775, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of edgy was in 1775

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“Edgy.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/edgy. Accessed 28 Nov. 2024.

Kids Definition

edgy

adjective
edgier; edgiest
1
: having an edge : sharp
2
: tense entry 2 sense 2, irritable
spoke with an edgy tone
edgily adverb
edginess noun

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