Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

creepily

Adverb
/ˈkriːpɪli/
Definition
in a way that causes a feeling of unease or discomfort
Examples
  • He smiled at me creepily, making me feel uncomfortable.
  • The shadows in the room moved creepily as the wind howled outside.
  • She spoke creepily, her voice echoing in the silence.
Meaning
The adverb ‘creepily’ describes actions or situations that provoke a sense of fear or anxiety, often due to something eerie or unsettling.
Synonyms
  • Strangely
  • Eerily
  • Unsettlingly