Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

erie

adjective
/ˈɪəri/
Definition
The word ‘erie’ refers to something that is eerie, creating a sense of uneasiness or fear.
Examples
  • The abandoned house had an erie silence that sent chills down my spine.
  • As the fog rolled in, the landscape took on an erie quality that felt almost otherworldly.
  • The erie glow of the moonlight made the forest look hauntingly beautiful.
Meaning
To describe an atmosphere or situation that is strange and unsettling.
Synonyms
  • spooky
  • creepy
  • unnerving
  • haunting