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creaky

[ˈkriːki]

creaky Definition

  • 1(of a door, floorboard, or other structure) making a harsh, high-pitched sound when being moved or when pressure or weight is applied
  • 2not working well or effectively

Using creaky: Examples

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

  • Example

    The old wooden stairs were creaky and unstable.

  • Example

    The door hinges were so creaky that they woke up the whole house.

  • Example

    The car engine was creaky and needed to be fixed.

  • Example

    The rusty gate made a creaky noise when opened.

creaky Synonyms and Antonyms

Antonyms for creaky

Phrases with creaky

  • a voice that sounds weak, shaky, or hoarse

    Example

    She spoke in a creaky voice after catching a cold.

  • a poor or unimpressive performance

    Example

    The team's creaky performance led to their defeat.

  • a slow or difficult beginning

    Example

    The project got off to a creaky start due to lack of resources.

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Summary: creaky in Brief

The term 'creaky' [ˈkriːki] describes structures like doors or floorboards that make a harsh, high-pitched sound when moved or under pressure. It can also refer to things that are not working well or effectively, as in 'The car engine was creaky and needed to be fixed.' Phrases like 'creaky voice' and 'creaky performance' extend the meaning to vocal quality and performance quality, respectively.