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We found 4 dictionaries that define the word cringey:

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  1. cringey: Merriam-Webster
  2. cringey: Wordnik
  3. cringey: Wiktionary

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  1. cringey: Urban Dictionary

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Definitions from Wiktionary (cringey)

▸ adjective:  Characterised by causing feelings of embarrassment; embarrassing.
▸ adjective:  Cringing; cowardly.

Similar:
cringe-making, fringe-worthy, offputting, giddysome, fringe-y, guiltridden, scarysome, semifunny, heart-wrenching, gutwrenching, more...

Opposite:
cool, impressive, admirable, appealing, attractive

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Similar:
cringe-making, fringe-worthy, offputting, giddysome, fringe-y, guiltridden, scarysome, semifunny, heart-wrenching, gutwrenching, more...

Opposite:
cool, impressive, admirable, appealing, attractive



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