Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
creepier
Adjective
/ˈkriːpiər/
Definition
An adjective used to describe something that causes an uneasy, frightening, or unsettling feeling.
Examples
- As the sun set, the abandoned house looked even creepier than before.
- The movie was filled with creepier scenes that made the audience jump in their seats.
- She found it creepier when he started telling ghost stories late at night.
Meaning
The term refers to an increased level of eeriness, often associated with behavior, situations, or atmospheres that provoke discomfort or fear.
Synonyms
- Spookier
- More frightening
- More unnerving
- Eerier
