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crept

[krept]

crept Definition

  • 1past tense and past participle of 'creep'
  • 2to move slowly and quietly, especially in order to avoid being noticed

Using crept: Examples

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

  • Example

    The cat crept up on the mouse.

  • Example

    He crept out of the room so as not to wake his sleeping wife.

  • Example

    The thief crept into the house through an open window.

crept Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for crept

Antonyms for crept

Phrases with crept

  • to approach someone quietly and unexpectedly

    Example

    I didn't hear him come in - he must have crept up on me.

  • to make someone feel nervous or frightened

    Example

    The horror movie really creeped me out.

  • to gradually become a part of something

    Example

    Over time, technology has crept into every aspect of our lives.

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Summary: crept in Brief

'Crept' [krept] is the past tense and past participle of 'creep', which means to move slowly and quietly, especially in order to avoid being noticed. It is often used to describe sneaking up on someone or moving stealthily. Examples include 'The cat crept up on the mouse' and 'The thief crept into the house through an open window.'