Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
eek
interjection
/iːk/
Definition
A cry of surprise or alarm.
Examples
- “Eek! I didn’t see you there!”
- “Eek! That spider is huge!”
- “Eek! I can’t believe we won!”
Meaning
The word ‘eek’ is often used to express fear, excitement, or surprise, typically in a playful or exaggerated manner.
Synonyms
- Geez
- Yikes
- Wow
- Alas