1
: having a sharply uneven edge or surface
jagged peaks
2
: having a harsh, rough, or irregular quality
jagged rhythms
jaggedly
adverb
jaggedness
noun
Examples of jagged in a Sentence
jagged pieces of broken glass
it's going to be hard to repair the jagged tear in the tablecloth so that it doesn't show
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There is nothing quite like the view from Monterey Bay—jagged coastline and evergreens framing a strip of blue.
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Beth Lew-Williams, New Yorker, 13 Sep. 2025
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The lighthouse is still a vital aid to navigation in the area, where the water is full of jagged underwater rocks that can tear a ship’s bottom to shreds in minutes.
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Beth Lew-Williams, New Yorker, 13 Sep. 2025
Visitors will find themselves with jaws agape at the striking jagged mountain peaks, looming glaciers, and slick icebergs, all set to the backdrop of moody, misty weather—this is a photographer’s dream adventure.
—Stefanie Waldek, AFAR Media, 12 Sep. 2025
Instead of the old-school triangle eyes and jagged mouth designs, this year's top trends are all about mixing tradition with fresh tools and vibrant colors.
—Maria Sabella, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 Sep. 2025
The lighthouse is still a vital aid to navigation in the area, where the water is full of jagged underwater rocks that can tear a ship’s bottom to shreds in minutes.
—A.k. Whitney, Oc Register, 9 Sep. 2025
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“Jagged.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/jagged. Accessed 15 Sep. 2025.
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jagged
adjective
jag·ged
ˈjag-əd 
: having a sharp uneven edge or surface
jagged mountains
jaggedly
adverb
jaggedness
noun
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