Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
creep-out
noun
/ˈkriːp aʊt/
Definition
The feeling of unease or discomfort, often caused by something unsettling or eerie.
Examples
- The horror movie gave me a real creep-out at night.
- She felt a creep-out when she heard footsteps behind her in the dark.
- His strange behavior was a total creep-out for everyone in the room.
Meaning
Creep-out refers to a state of feeling uncomfortable or scared, typically triggered by an awkward situation or a strange occurrence.
Synonyms
- disquiet
- unease
- alarm
- fear
