keek
Elementary (A2)
IPA: /kiːk/
KK: /kik/
intransitive verb
Definition
To look quickly or secretly at something, often from a hidden place.
Example
She decided to keek through the window to see what was happening outside.
Tense Forms
Past: keeked
Past Participle: keeked
Conversation
Did you see that new movie trailer yet?
Not yet, but I heard it's really good!
You should keek at it; it looks so exciting.
I will! I can’t wait to see what all the hype is about.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
peek
glance
snoop
Antonyms
ignore
overlook
disregard
noun
Definition
A quick or secret look at something.
Example
She took a keek at the surprise party preparations.
Conversation
Did you get a chance to take a quick keek at the new cafe down the street?
Yeah, I saw it yesterday, and it looks really cute!
I heard they have great pastries; we should go for a keek together soon.
Root Explanation
The word 'keek' originates from Scots, meaning to peep or look furtively. It is derived from the Middle English 'keken', which also means to look or gaze.
Memory Tip
Imagine someone peeking or looking furtively — that's what 'keek' means.
Visually Confused Words
kelek
kee