edgy
6 synonyms and 1 antonym for edgy, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adj — Tense, nervous, or on the verge of losing patience.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Antonyms
How to use edgy
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
feeling edgy
edgy humor
an edgy design
Etymology
From edge + -y, originally describing something sharply defined before it came to mean "tense" or "provocative."
Full origin of edgy →Frequently asked questions
What does “edgy” mean?
The word “edgy” means tense, nervous, or on the verge of losing patience. In plain terms, either jittery and irritable, or boldly unconventional in style or humor.
How do you pronounce “edgy”?
“Edgy” is pronounced EHD-zhee (/ˈɛd͡ʒi/ in IPA).
How do you use “edgy” in a sentence?
Here is “edgy” used in a sentence: “He grew edgy waiting for the exam results.”
What part of speech is “edgy”?
“Edgy” is an adjective.
Is “edgy” a common word?
“Edgy” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “edgy” have?
“Edgy” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: tense, nervous, or on the verge of losing patience.
