creepiness

[ˈkriːpɪnəs]

creepiness Definition

the state or quality of being creepy, causing an unpleasant feeling of fear or unease.

Using creepiness: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "creepiness" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The abandoned house had an air of creepiness about it.

  • Example

    The clown's smile was more creepy than funny.

  • Example

    The movie was full of jump scares and creepiness.

  • Example

    The dark alley gave her a sense of creepiness.

creepiness Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for creepiness

Phrases with creepiness

  • creepy-crawly

    a small insect or arthropod that elicits a feeling of disgust or fear

    Example

    She screamed when she saw the creepy-crawly on her arm.

  • a genre of horror-themed internet memes or stories that are circulated around the web

    Example

    He spent hours reading creepy pastas online, scaring himself silly.

  • a smile that is unsettling or disturbing in some way

    Example

    The man's creepy smile made her feel uneasy.

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Summary: creepiness in Brief

The term 'creepiness' [ˈkriːpɪnəs] refers to the state or quality of being creepy, which causes an unpleasant feeling of fear or unease. It is often used to describe things that are eerie or weird, such as abandoned houses or horror movies. 'Creepiness' can also be used in phrases like 'creepy-crawly' or 'creepy pasta,' which refer to small insects or horror-themed internet memes, respectively.