Creepiest Meaning: Definition, Examples, and Translations

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creepiest

[หˆkriหpiest ]

Definition

Context #1 | Adjective

common usage

The word 'creepiest' is the superlative form of 'creepy,' which is used to describe something that causes a feeling of unease or fear. It denotes the utmost degree of creepiness, often associated with situations, places, or individuals that provoke strong feelings of discomfort or fright.

Synonyms

most eerie, most frightening, most unsettling.

Examples of usage

  • That haunted house is the creepiest place I've ever visited.
  • She has the creepiest laugh I've ever heard.
  • The basement was the creepiest part of the old building.
  • He told the creepiest ghost stories around the campfire.

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Origin of 'creepiest'

The word 'creepy' originates from the Middle English word 'crepen,' meaning 'to creep,' which is derived from the Old English 'crฤ“opan.' It has evolved to describe actions or entities that evoke discomfort, unease, or fear, particularly those that invoke a sense of being watched or followed. The superlative form 'creepiest' is constructed by adding '-iest' to the base adjective 'creepy.' Creepy has also been used in popular culture since the mid-20th century to describe horror films, stories, and experiences, enhancing its association with fear and eeriness.