edgier; edgiest
1
: having an edge : sharp
3
: having a bold, provocative, or unconventional quality
an edgy film
Examples of edgy in a Sentence
Too much coffee makes me edgy.
Why are you so edgy?
Their relationship has always been edgy.
one of the director's edgier films
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These retro-futuristic frames not only do a great job of blocking the sun, but their wraparound look also gives a stylish mystique that’s sporty and edgy at once.
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Andrea Zendejas, Vogue, 24 June 2026
The look is bright, edgy, and contains layers of dimension that set it apart from the iterations that first went viral four years ago.
—Ariel Wodarcyk, InStyle, 23 June 2026
The shiny black color mimicked the liquid texture of her Vuitton outfit and matched the edgy, even gothy vibe of her web earrings and ring.
—Kara Nesvig, Allure, 23 June 2026
With names such as Ulta Beauty, OPI, Joico, and Kentucky Fried Chicken onboard, Warner Bros Global Partnerships’ aim for the campaign is to sell the edgy aspect of the DC-verse, while creating zeitgeist moments that would intrigue young women and families.
—Anthony D'alessandro, Deadline, 22 June 2026
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Andrea Zendejas, Vogue, 24 June 2026
The look is bright, edgy, and contains layers of dimension that set it apart from the iterations that first went viral four years ago.
—Ariel Wodarcyk, InStyle, 23 June 2026
The shiny black color mimicked the liquid texture of her Vuitton outfit and matched the edgy, even gothy vibe of her web earrings and ring.
—Kara Nesvig, Allure, 23 June 2026
With names such as Ulta Beauty, OPI, Joico, and Kentucky Fried Chicken onboard, Warner Bros Global Partnerships’ aim for the campaign is to sell the edgy aspect of the DC-verse, while creating zeitgeist moments that would intrigue young women and families.
—Anthony D'alessandro, Deadline, 22 June 2026
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“Edgy.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/edgy. Accessed 25 Jun. 2026.
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