cringe

Markiplier making a pained grimace with a tight-lipped, uncomfortable expression.
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What does the cringe emoji mean?

The ultimate expression of pure, unadulterated secondhand embarrassment.

This iconic reaction image features a close-up of Markiplier making a pained, grimacing expression often used to convey extreme discomfort or 'cringe.' It has become a staple in gaming communities and Discord servers to mock awkward situations, bad takes, or questionable social interactions. Use it whenever someone says something so awkward it physically hurts to read.

When to use it

  • Reacting to someone saying something extremely awkward
  • Expressing discomfort at a very bad take
  • Showing physical pain from reading cringe messages
  • Mocking a situation that is painfully embarrassing

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How to add this emoji

Add to Discord
  1. Click Download PNG above to save the cringe image.
  2. Open Discord and go to Server Settings โ†’ Emoji.
  3. Click Upload Emoji and choose the downloaded file.
  4. Give it a name and save. You need the Manage Emojis and Stickers permission.
Add to Slack
  1. Download the cringe image.
  2. Open the Slack emoji picker and click Add Emoji.
  3. Upload the file, name it, and save.
Add to Revolt/Stoat
  1. Download the cringe image.
  2. Open Server Settings โ†’ Emojis in Revolt or Stoat.
  3. Upload the file and name your new emoji.
Add to Guilded
  1. Download the cringe image.
  2. Go to Server Settings โ†’ Emotes in Guilded.
  3. Upload the file and give it a name.