Definition

The quality or state of causing an uncomfortable feeling of fear or unease.

Example

The old, abandoned house had an air of creepiness that made everyone hesitant to enter.

Conversation

Did you feel that creepiness in the old house yesterday?

Definitely! It had such an eerie vibe.

I couldn't shake off the feeling of creepiness even after we left.

Same here! I think it was the shadows and the creaking sounds.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Creepiness → It is formed from "creep" (from Old English "crēopan", meaning to move slowly or stealthily) and the suffix "-iness" (meaning the quality of being). The word "creepiness" refers to the quality of being creepy or causing a feeling of unease or fear.

Memory Tip

Think of the word 'creep' which means to move slowly and stealthily, and remember that 'creepiness' describes the quality of causing unease, like something that creeps up on you.

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