Creaky: meaning, definitions and examples

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creaky

 

[ หˆkriหki ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

sound description

The term 'creaky' refers to a sound that is characterized by high-pitched groans or squeaks, often produced by old or worn structures. This sound is typically associated with things that move, such as doors, floors, or stairs that may not have been properly maintained. The creaky noise can evoke feelings of unease or nostalgia, depending on the context in which it is heard. It suggests age and the passage of time, often leading listeners to envision a decrepit or haunted environment.

Synonyms

grating, groaning, rusty, squeaky.

Examples of usage

  • The old wooden floorboards were creaky.
  • He opened the creaky door slowly.
  • The creaky stairs made it hard to sneak out.
  • I love the creaky sound of vintage furniture.

Translations

Translations of the word "creaky" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น rangente

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค•เคฐเฅเค•เคถ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช knarrend

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ berderit

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ัะบั€ะธะฟัƒั‡ะธะน

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ zgrzytliwy

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใใ—ใ‚€

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท grinรงant

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ chirriante

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท gฤฑcฤฑrtฤฑlฤฑ

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์‚๊ฑฑ๊ฑฐ๋ฆฌ๋Š”

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุตุงุฎุจ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ skล™รญpavรฝ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ skripec

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅฑๅฑไฝœๅ“็š„

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ ลกkripajoฤ

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ kveina

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ัˆั‹ั€ั‹ะปะดะฐา“ะฐะฝ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒฅแƒ แƒ˜แƒแƒšแƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ qฤฑrtฤฑldayan

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ chirriante

Etymology

The word 'creaky' originated from the Middle English term 'crek,' which means to make a sharp, high sound. This stems from the Old English word 'creacian,' meaning to crack or break. The evolution of the term has maintained its association with sharp and unpleasant sounds, particularly in the context of moving objects. Over time, 'creaky' has become an evocative descriptor for various objects, particularly in literature and storytelling, where it often denotes something eerie or old. The onomatopoeic nature of the word also contributes to its lasting appeal, as it mimics the very sounds it describes, making it a rich addition to the English lexicon.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #32,160 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.