edgy
|ed-gy|
B2
/ˈɛdʒi/
tense or provocative
Etymology
Etymology Information
'edgy' originates from the word 'edge,' which comes from Old English 'ecg,' meaning 'sharpness' or 'cutting edge.'
Historical Evolution
'ecg' transformed into Middle English 'egge,' and eventually became the modern English word 'edge,' from which 'edgy' is derived.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'having a sharp edge,' but over time it evolved into its current meanings of 'tense' and 'provocative.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
tense, nervous, or irritable.
She was feeling edgy before the big presentation.
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Adjective 2
having a bold, provocative, or unconventional quality.
The film was praised for its edgy style.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:40