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Definition of angsty

angsty

/ˈæŋk.sti/
angst · y
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• adjective

1

Experiencing or expressing a persistent, often self-conscious feeling of anxiety, dread, or emotional turmoil, especially as associated with adolescence or artistic expression.

Example

"The novel features an angsty teenager struggling to find his identity in a rapidly changing world."

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• Nearby Words

angriness
angry
angst
angsty
anguid
anguish
anguished

Word Origin & Etymology

Formed in the late 20th century from the English noun "angst" (borrowed from German "Angst", meaning fear or anxiety) combined with the adjective-forming suffix "-y".

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Angsty. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/angsty
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