Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
creepy-feeling
adjective
/ˈkriː.pi ˈfiːl.ɪŋ/
Definition
A sensation of unease or discomfort often triggered by a disturbing or unsettling situation.
Examples
- Walking through the abandoned house gave her a creepy-feeling.
- He had a creepy-feeling as he watched the shadow move in the corner of his eye.
- The eerie silence of the forest created a creepy-feeling among the hikers.
Meaning
The term ‘creepy-feeling’ refers to the emotional response of feeling afraid or disturbed, usually when encountering something that causes anxiety or fear.
Synonyms
- Uneasy
- Unsettling
- Disturbing
- Spooky
