cringeworthy

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EnglishEdit

Alternative formsEdit

• cringe-worthy

EtymologyEdit

cringe +‎ -worthy

PronunciationEdit

• (UK) IPA^(key): /ˈkɹɪndʒˌwɜːð.i/
• (US) IPA^(key): /ˈkɹɪndʒˌwɝð.i/

AdjectiveEdit

cringeworthy ‎(comparative more cringeworthy, superlative most cringeworthy)

1. (colloquial) That causes one to cringe with embarrassment; embarrassing.

SynonymsEdit

• winceworthy

TranslationsEdit

Translations

• Japanese: 痛い (ja) ‎(いたい, itai) (slang)

Usage notesEdit

• Used especially of comedic performances featuring embarrassing or pretentious incompetence.