craggy

adjective

crag·​gy ˈkra-gē How to pronounce craggy (audio)
craggier; craggiest
Synonyms of craggynext
1
: full of crags
craggy slopes
2
: rough, rugged
a craggy face
a craggy voice
craggily adverb
cragginess noun

Examples of craggy in a Sentence

a famous actor who is known for his craggy good looks his white hair and craggy face
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From the craggy cliffs and purple sand of Big Sur to the luxurious white sands of Carmel, the California coastline has something to offer virtually anyone looking for the perfect beach day. Alanna Bennett, Condé Nast Traveler, 26 Jan. 2026 But Jávea, set about 25 miles north of the Costa Blanca, where the coastline’s long, sandy beaches give way to craggy bays and vertiginous cliffs, did it differently. Zoë Dare Hall, Forbes.com, 21 Jan. 2026 The town’s sloping main street, nestled in the craggy Wasatch Range, has practically become a symbol of the annual film gathering. Brent Lang, Variety, 21 Jan. 2026 Sanders, by now a perennial candidate, perfected his craggy, scolding, mitten-waving style. Jill Lepore, New Yorker, 19 Jan. 2026 See All Example Sentences for craggy

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of craggy was in the 15th century

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“Craggy.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/craggy. Accessed 29 Jan. 2026.

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