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 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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White sneakers tend to lead the trends come spring and summer, but Styles is proof that a black pair of comfy kicks is just as wearable—with a slightly more edgy feel. Reece Andavolgyi, InStyle, 5 July 2026 Throw your odds and ends in the spacious Gassda Canvas Tote and spice up the look with edgy cat-eye sunglasses, on sale for just $15. Aly Walansky, Travel + Leisure, 3 July 2026 The 41st annual Fragrance Foundation Awards, hosted a year later, brought out an edgier energy in Swift. Kaleigh Werner, Footwear News, 2 July 2026 This poppy, edgy fusion of imagery and sound creates a unique world pulsing at the seams. Alison Foreman, IndieWire, 2 July 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 6 Jul. 2026.

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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