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Definition cringe in British English

cringe verb

[intransitive] verb
/krɪndʒ/
1

to move back slightly from something that is unpleasant or frightening

Synonyms and related words
cringe cringe flinch shout cry out tremble
2

to feel embarrassed or ashamed about something

Synonyms and related words
blush wince feel bad (about something)
Definition cringe in British English