Definition of «edgy»
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"Edgy" is a colloquial term used to describe content, behavior, or aesthetics that attempt to be provocative, dark, or rebellious, often in a way that feels forced or superficial. It is frequently used as a critique of someone who is trying too hard to appear "cool" or "dangerous" by adopting a cynical or nihilistic persona. In internet culture, being called edgy is often an insult, implying that the person's attempt at being transgressive is actually immature or cringe-worthy. It is commonly associated with teenagers or media that relies on shock value, such as excessive gore or dark themes, without providing deeper substance.
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He thinks wearing all black and talking about how much he hates society makes him look cool, but it's just edgy.
>The game's dialogue is so edgy that I can't tell if it's a parody or if the writers were actually serious.
>I went through an edgy phase in middle school where I only listened to music that my parents would find offensive.
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