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creak

[kriːk]

creak Definition

  • 1a harsh, high-pitched sound when something moves or is moved
  • 2to make a harsh, high-pitched sound when something moves or is moved

Using creak: Examples

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

  • Example

    The old wooden stairs creaked under his weight.

  • Example

    The door creaked open slowly.

  • Example

    The rusty gate creaked as it swung back and forth.

  • Example

    The floorboards creaked with every step.

creak Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for creak

Phrases with creak

  • to open with a harsh, high-pitched sound

    Example

    He crept into the room and creaked open the door.

  • to stop moving with a harsh, high-pitched sound

    Example

    The car creaked to a halt at the side of the road.

  • a voice that is high-pitched and sounds like it needs oiling

    Example

    She spoke in a creaky voice that was hard to understand.

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Summary: creak in Brief

The word 'creak' [kriːk] refers to a harsh, high-pitched sound that occurs when something moves or is moved. It can be used as both a verb and a noun, as in 'The old wooden stairs creaked under his weight.' 'Creak' can also be used in phrases like 'creak open,' meaning to open with a harsh, high-pitched sound, and 'creak to a halt,' meaning to stop moving with a harsh, high-pitched sound.