Definition

The most noisy or squeaky, often used to describe something that makes a creaking sound, like an old door or floorboard.

Example

The creakiest floor in the house is in the attic, and it always makes strange noises at night.

Comparatives & Superlatives

Conversation

Did you hear that old house on the corner is the creakiest one in the neighborhood?

Really? I always thought it looked kind of spooky from the outside.

Yeah, I bet it makes all sorts of noises at night.

Sounds like a place you would want to avoid after dark!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

**Creakiest** → The word is formed from "creak" (of uncertain origin, possibly imitative of the sound itself) and the superlative suffix "-iest" (meaning most). The word "creakiest" describes something that makes the most creaking noise.

Memory Tip

Think of the sound of something making a noise — that's what 'creak' refers to, and when something is the 'creakiest', it means it makes the most of that sound.

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