Edgy

Pronunciation: /ˈɛdʒi/

Definitions of edgy

adjective having or showing boldness, originality, and a lack of respect for traditional values or conventions

Example Sentences

A1 The new horror movie is too edgy for me.

A2 She has an edgy haircut that makes her stand out.

B1 The artist's music has an edgy vibe that appeals to younger audiences.

B2 The fashion designer is known for creating edgy and avant-garde designs.

C1 The edgy novel explores dark themes and complex characters.

C2 The director's edgy style pushes the boundaries of traditional filmmaking.

Examples of edgy in a Sentence

formal The avant-garde fashion designer is known for her edgy and innovative designs.

informal I love how edgy that new movie was, it really kept me on the edge of my seat.

slang Her new haircut is so edgy, I wish I could pull off that look.

figurative His sharp wit and sarcastic humor make him come off as edgy in social situations.

Grammatical Forms of edgy

• past tense: edged
• plural: edgies
• comparative: edgier
• superlative: edgiest
• present tense: edge
• future tense: will edge
• perfect tense: have edged
• continuous tense: is edging
• singular: edgy
• positive degree: edgy
• infinitive: to edge
• gerund: edging
• participle: edged

Origin and Evolution of edgy

First Known Use: 1601 year

Language of Origin: Old English

Story behind the word: The word 'edgy' originated from the Old English word 'ecg', meaning sharp or pointed.

Evolution of the word: Originally used to describe physical objects with sharp edges, 'edgy' evolved to also describe people or things that are provocative, unconventional, or on the cutting edge of trends.