jagged

adjective

jag·​ged ˈja-gəd How to pronounce jagged (audio)
Synonyms of jagged
1
: having a sharply uneven edge or surface
jagged peaks
2
: having a harsh, rough, or irregular quality
jagged rhythms
jaggedly adverb
jaggedness noun

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jagged pieces of broken glass it's going to be hard to repair the jagged tear in the tablecloth so that it doesn't show
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Sleek and jagged slabs of Italian Ceppo di Gré from ABC Stone clad the wall, cascading down the sink and onto the floors. — Alia Akkam, Architectural Digest, 13 July 2026 Tour du Mont Blanc across three countries Circling the highest peak in the Alps, the Tour du Mont Blanc crosses France, Italy and Switzerland, delivering high pastures, jagged glaciers and comfortable lodgings at the end of each day. — Hanna Wickes, Kansas City Star, 10 July 2026 The window appeared to be entirely blown out with jagged pieces of glass surrounding the edges of it. — Kimberlee Speakman, PEOPLE, 10 July 2026 Guitars provide brief, jagged slashes of color, but the spotlight stays trained on Strummer and his end-times tale. — Debby Wolfinsohn, Entertainment Weekly, 7 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for jagged

Word History

First Known Use

1523, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of jagged was in 1523

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jagged

adjective
jag·​ged ˈjag-əd How to pronounce jagged (audio)
: having a sharp uneven edge or surface
jagged mountains
jaggedly adverb
jaggedness noun

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