creepy

[ˈkriːpi]

creepy Definition

  • 1causing an unpleasant feeling of fear or unease
  • 2having or causing a feeling of weirdness or disgust

Using creepy: Examples

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

  • Example

    The old abandoned house gave me a creepy feeling.

  • Example

    His behavior was so creepy that it made me uncomfortable.

  • Example

    The movie was too creepy for me to watch alone.

  • Example

    The dark alley looked creepy and dangerous.

creepy Synonyms and Antonyms

Antonyms for creepy

Phrases with creepy

  • creepy-crawly

    an insect, especially one that is small or moves in a way that makes people feel frightened or disgusted

    Example

    I don't like creepy-crawlies like spiders and centipedes.

  • a genre of horror-themed internet memes or legends that circulate through forums and social media platforms

    Example

    He spent hours reading creepy pasta stories on the internet.

  • a smile that looks insincere, forced, or unnerving

    Example

    His creepy smile made me feel uneasy.

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Summary: creepy in Brief

The term 'creepy' [ˈkriːpi] describes something that causes an unpleasant feeling of fear or unease, or a feeling of weirdness or disgust. It can be used to describe a person's behavior or appearance, as well as a place or situation. Examples include 'The old abandoned house gave me a creepy feeling.' and 'His behavior was so creepy that it made me uncomfortable.' 'Creepy' can also be used in phrases like 'creepy-crawly,' referring to insects, and 'creepy pasta,' referring to horror-themed internet memes.

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