
Jagged
Visual Imagery
Jagged is often used to describe natural formations, evoking a strong visual image of unevenness.

The jagged peaks of the mountain were silhouetted against the sky.
Physical Sensation
Using jagged can imply a potential to cause pain or discomfort if touched.

He cut his hand on the jagged edges of the broken glass.
Metaphoric Use
Jagged can also describe non-physical things, like a difficult situation, with a sense of harshness or complexity.

Her voice broke in a jagged sob as she received the news.
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