1. plural of edginess; the quality or state of being edgy, nervous, or tense
Usage: countable plural form; often used in informal contexts
2. plural of edginess; instances or manifestations of being sharp, cutting, or provocative in tone or style
Usage: often used in artistic or cultural criticism

Examples

• The edginesses in her voice suggested she was upset about something.
• His performance was full of edginesses that made the audience uncomfortable.
• The edginesses of modern comedy often push social boundaries.
• She noticed the edginesses in their conversation as tensions rose.
• The film's edginesses gave it a distinctive, provocative style.
• Multiple edginesses in his demeanor indicated he hadn't slept well.