Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

crawly

Adjective

/ˈkrɔː.li/

Definition

Crawly refers to a sensation or feeling that is uncomfortable or causes a tingling sensation, often associated with insects or movements that induce fear or anxiety.

Examples

The thought of spiders crawling on my skin gives me a crawly feeling.
She shivered as she felt a crawly sensation when she walked through the tall grass.
The movie included scenes that left the audience with a crawly unease.

Meaning

The term ‘crawly’ evokes a sense of unease, often related to feeling something moving on the skin like insects or the creeping sensations that might occur in certain situations.