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.
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His behavior was so creepy that it made me uncomfortable.
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The movie was too creepy for me to watch alone.
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The dark alley looked creepy and dangerous.
creepy Synonyms and Antonyms
Synonyms for creepy
Antonyms for creepy
- comforting
- reassuring
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.
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His creepy smile made me feel uneasy.
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.
