Cringe-worthy

Pronunciation: /ˈkɹɪndʒ- ˈwɝði/

Cringe-worthy (adj)

  1. So awkward or embarrassing that people feel uncomfortable when they see or hear it.
  2. Causing strong discomfort because it seems unnatural, forced, or inappropriate.

Cringe-worthy (adjective)

Examples

  • The video was cringe-worthy, so I stopped watching.
  • His speech felt cringe-worthy, and everyone looked away.