Entity: CRINGE
Cringe refers to a feeling of embarrassment or discomfort caused by someone's awkward or embarrassing behavior.
CRINGE
Etymology
The word 'cringe' originated from Old English 'cringan,' meaning to yield or give way.
Definition
Cringe is the act of recoiling in distaste, shrinking in fear or servility, or behaving in an excessively humble or servile manner.
Historical Context
The concept of cringing has been observed throughout history in various forms, often associated with submission or fear towards authority figures.
Cultural Significance
In contemporary culture, cringe is commonly used to describe situations or behaviors that evoke feelings of embarrassment or discomfort.
Related Concepts
Cringe is closely related to concepts such as embarrassment, awkwardness, and shame.
See Also
- Embarrassment
- Awkwardness
- Shame
To recoil in distaste; to shrink in fear or servility; to behave in an excessively humble or servile way.