Edgier: meaning, definitions and examples
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edgier
[ หษdสiษr ]
style, attitude
Edgier refers to something that is more provocative, daring, or innovative compared to a more traditional or subdued version. It often relates to art, fashion, or personal expression that pushes the boundaries and challenges societal norms. An edgier style or attitude might incorporate bold colors, unconventional designs, or controversial themes. This term can also describe a person who exhibits a more rebellious or assertive demeanor.
Synonyms
avant-garde, bold, daring, innovative, provocative
Examples of usage
- Her edgier outfit caught everyone's attention at the party.
- The film took an edgier approach to storytelling.
- He has a more edgier attitude towards life since his trip abroad.
Translations
Translations of the word "edgier" in other languages:
๐ต๐น mais ousado
๐ฎ๐ณ เค เคงเคฟเค เคคเฅเคเคผ
๐ฉ๐ช wagemutiger
๐ฎ๐ฉ lebih berani
๐บ๐ฆ ะฑัะปัั ัะธะทะธะบะพะฒะฐะฝะธะน
๐ต๐ฑ bardziej kontrowersyjny
๐ฏ๐ต ใใๅฐใฃใ
๐ซ๐ท plus audacieux
๐ช๐ธ mรกs atrevido
๐น๐ท daha cesur
๐ฐ๐ท ๋ ๋๋ดํ
๐ธ๐ฆ ุฃูุซุฑ ุฌุฑุฃุฉ
๐จ๐ฟ odvรกลพnฤjลกรญ
๐ธ๐ฐ odvรกลพnejลกรญ
๐จ๐ณ ๆดๅคง่
๐ธ๐ฎ bolj drzen
๐ฎ๐ธ frekari
๐ฐ๐ฟ ะพะดะฐาัะฐัััาััะฐา
๐ฌ๐ช แแแขแแ แแแแแแฃแแ
๐ฆ๐ฟ daha cษsarษtli
๐ฒ๐ฝ mรกs atrevido
Etymology
The term 'edgy' emerged in the late 20th century and is derived from the metaphorical use of 'edge' to signify being at the forefront of something. Originally, 'edge' referred to the border or boundary of an object or idea; hence, being 'edgy' implies being on the edge of convention or standard practices. Its use expanded from describing objects and styles in music and art to encompassing a broader spectrum, including attitudes and behaviors. By the 1990s, 'edgy' began to be widely used in youth culture to denote anything that was considered bold or unconventional. The comparative form 'edgier' indicates an increase in this quality, suggesting that something is even more striking or extreme in its presentation. Over time, the word has maintained its association with creativity and rebellion, making it popular in descriptions of modern fashion trends and artistic movements.
Word Frequency Rank
At position #40,700, this word is among the less frequently used terms in English. While interesting to know, it's not crucial for most English learners unless needed for specific purposes.
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