cringe

Meanings

• verb

  expressing strong disgust or embarrassment, often in response to something considered awkward or unpleasant

  - "I couldn't help but cringe at the sound of his laugh."
  - "The sight of raw onions makes me cringe."
  - "Watching old home movies can make me cringe with embarrassment."

• noun

  an awkward or uncomfortable situation, often causing embarrassment or discomfort

  - "Being the center of attention is a cringe-worthy experience for some people."
  - "The interviewer asked a cringe-worthy question during the live broadcast."
  - "The awkward silence at the dinner table was a cringe moment for everyone."

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Pronunciation

1. /kɹɪnd͡ʒ/
   
   
   
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Rhymes

Words rhyming with cringe
chime , crime , dime , prime , time

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Variants

List of all variants of cringe that leads to same result
cringe , cringed , cringer , cringers , cringes , cringing , cringe comedies , cringe comedy , cringe-y , cringey , cringy

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Etymology

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Originally used in the late 19th century to describe a physical reaction to unpleasant sights or sounds, such as wrinkling up one's nose or shrinking away. The modern usage emerged in the late 20th century, particularly in relation to awkward or embarrassing situations.

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Trivia

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1. The term 'cringe' has gained popularity in recent years due to its use on social media platforms such as Twitter and TikTok.

2. The word 'cringe' is often used in a playful or ironic way, particularly when describing one's own reactions to awkward or embarrassing situations.

3. In some cases, the term 'cringe' can be used in a positive way to describe a situation that is so awkward or embarrassing that it becomes entertaining or amusing.

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Related Concepts

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1. disgust: A feeling of strong revulsion or aversion, often in response to something perceived as unpleasant or offensive.

2. embarrassment: A feeling of shame or humiliation, often in response to a perceived failure or mistake.

3. awkwardness: A feeling of discomfort or unease in a social situation, often due to a lack of familiarity or confidence.

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Culture

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The term 'cringe' has gained popularity in modern culture, particularly in relation to social media and internet culture. It is often used to describe one's own or others' reactions to awkward or embarrassing situations, particularly those that are shared online.

How to Memorize "cringe"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine making a face of disgust or discomfort when you think of the word 'cringe'. Visualize yourself in an awkward or embarrassing situation and imagine your reaction.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'cringe' with awkward or embarrassing situations. Think of a time when you felt uncomfortable or embarrassed and remember how you reacted.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Create a mnemonic using the word 'cringe' and the meanings of the word. For example, 'Cringe' could stand for 'Can't Resist Grimacing Inwardly, Nervously Giggling, Embarrassed'.

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