angsty

adjective

ˈaŋ(k)-stē

ˈäŋ(k)-

angstier; angstiest

informal

: feeling, showing, or expressing anxiety, apprehension, or insecurity : marked by angst entry 1

angsty teenagers

angsty song lyrics

Examples of angsty in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web In an Interview Magazine story with Rooney Mara in 2022, Rooney asked if Sadie ever went through an angsty teenage phase like her character in The Whale. —

Makena Gera, Peoplemag, 3 Aug. 2024 The angsty teen drama starred Doherty alongside Tori Spelling, Jason Priestley, Luke Perry, Brian Austin Green, Jennie Garth, Gabrielle Carteris and Ian Ziering. —

Emily St. Martin, Los Angeles Times, 14 July 2024 Though the angsty teenagers who remember buying the band’s CDs have now joined the world of adult jobs and families, what hasn’t changed are the timeless hits and the band’s sense of humor — which still feels fresh out of middle school. —

Patrick Connolly, Orlando Sentinel, 21 June 2024 The poignant chords of Sami Jano’s elegantly lean score further fuel the angsty mood. —

Sheri Linden, The Hollywood Reporter, 19 May 2024 See all Example Sentences for angsty

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