cringeworthy
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Definition of cringeworthy
: so embarrassing, awkward, or upsetting as to cause one to cringe a cringeworthy performance
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The description matches a cringeworthy concept trailer the company released back in 2013 which showed a device with one large internal screen combined with a second smaller screen on the outside for use when folded. — Jon Porter, The Verge, "Samsung says its foldable phone is also a tablet that fits in your pocket," 12 Oct. 2018 This time around, Meghan Markle's father is dragging her for not being in contact with him and also speculating about her reproductive plans, either of which would have been cringeworthy enough on their own. — Kayleigh Roberts, Marie Claire, "Meghan Markle's Dad Slams Her for Not Talking to Him, Speculates That She'll Have a Baby Soon," 29 July 2018 Trump opponents criticized Fallon for a cringeworthy interview only weeks before the election where Fallon playfully stroked Trump’s hair. — BostonGlobe.com, "Jimmy Fallon reveals his personal pain following Trump fallout," 20 June 2018 These panels can make for some beautiful, unscripted moments — and also lead to some cringeworthy experiences. — Carly Mallenbaum, USA TODAY, "'Westworld' is latest panel to be killed by fan questions: Here are a few others," 22 Apr. 2018 Her icy glare, made famous to a new generation on The Crown, is captured in the cringeworthy photographs. — Meagan Fredette, refinery29.com, "Trump Ends Tumultuous U.K. Visit With A Breach In Royal Protocol," 14 July 2018 But there’s also a purity to the song that renders it equally cringeworthy and endearing. — Jaya Saxena, GQ, ""Two Princes" Is the World's Catchiest Punchline," 23 May 2018 Despite strong talent behind it, the comedy is cringeworthy and tedious. — Kelly Lawler, USA TODAY, "TV tonight: 'Jessica Jones,' Mindy Kaling's 'Champions'," 8 Mar. 2018 Dillon Francis has been interviewing famous DJs, including Calvin Harris and Alesso, as his serious techno alter ego DJ Hanzel, but this latest episode featuring a quiet Jauz might be the most cringeworthy yet. — Kat Bein, Billboard, "Jauz Goes 'One Deeper' With Hilarious Dillon Francis Interview: Watch," 2 July 2018These example sentences are selected automatically from various online news sources to reflect current usage of the word 'cringeworthy.' Views expressed in the examples do not represent the opinion of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback.
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