Slang Term
cringe
Definition
A feeling of embarrassment or awkwardness that millennials and others humorously embrace, often used to describe their own 'too real' moments.
Example Usage
"It's a little cringe but so relatable!"
Origin & History
Common internet slang since early 2010s, embraced generationally.
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