Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
creaky
adjective
/ˈkriːki/
Definition
Making a sharp, high-pitched sound when moved or pressed.
Examples
- The creaky floorboards made it difficult to sneak around the house.
- He winced at the creaky sound of the old gate opening.
- As she walked, the creaky stairs echoed throughout the empty house.
Meaning
The term ‘creaky’ often describes objects like doors, floors, or furniture that produce a distinctive noise due to age or lack of lubrication.
Synonyms
- rusty
- groaning
- squeaky
- noisy
- grating
