Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
eerily-silent
adjective
/ˈɪər.ili ˈsaɪ.lənt/

Definition
a state of silence that is unsettling or creepy in nature

Examples
- It was eerily-silent in the abandoned house, as if the walls held their breath.
- The forest was eerily-silent at night, adding to the feeling of isolation.
- When she walked into the old chapel, it was eerily-silent, creating an atmosphere of foreboding.

Meaning
The term ‘eerily-silent’ is used to describe a silence that feels strange or haunting, often evoking feelings of unease or discomfort. It suggests an absence of noise that is not just peaceful but carries a mysterious or spooky overshadow.

Synonyms
- hauntingly quiet
- unnaturally still
- spookily silent