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