creepy
adjective/ˈkripi/
Frequency rank: #4,001 most common English word
Meaning
causing an unpleasant feeling of fear or unease.
Example sentence
The old abandoned house at the end of the street has such creepy vibes that nobody wants to go near it.
Synonyms & related words
- eerie
- unsettling
- spooky
- disturbing
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