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spookier

 

[ ˈspuːkiər ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

more frightening

Spookier is the comparative form of the adjective 'spooky'. It describes something that is more frightening or eerie than another thing. This term is often used to describe settings, stories, or appearances that invoke fear or unease. The word can be applied in various contexts, such as describing a haunted house or a suspenseful film. Its informal tone makes it popular in casual conversations.

Synonyms

eerie, frightening, haunting

Examples of usage

  • The old mansion looked spookier at night.
  • This ghost story is spookier than the last one.
  • Her costume was spookier than all the others at the party.

Translations

Translations of the word "spookier" in other languages:

🇵🇹 mais assustador

🇮🇳 ज्यादा डरावना

🇩🇪 gruseliger

🇮🇩 lebih menyeramkan

🇺🇦 страшніший

🇵🇱 straszniejszy

🇯🇵 より不気味な

🇫🇷 plus effrayant

🇪🇸 más espeluznante

🇹🇷 daha ürkütücü

🇰🇷 더 섬뜩한

🇸🇦 أكثر رعبًا

🇨🇿 děsivější

🇸🇰 desivejší

🇨🇳 更可怕的

🇸🇮 bolj strašljiv

🇮🇸 hræðilegri

🇰🇿 көп қорқынышты

🇬🇪 მეტად საშიში

🇦🇿 daha qorxulu

🇲🇽 más espeluznante

Word origin

The term 'spooky' stems from the late 19th century, derived from the word 'spook', which originally referred to a ghost or apparition. It is speculated that 'spook' has Dutch origins, relating to 'spooken', meaning 'to scare'. The adaptation of 'spooky' into common language was notably influenced by the rise of ghost stories and folklore in literature and media. The comparative form 'spookier' gained traction as it became necessary to describe varying levels of frightfulness in storytelling and conversation. Over time, the word evolved from its literal ghostly reference to encompass a broader spectrum of eerie sensations, making its way into mainstream culture, especially during Halloween when consumers look for anything that induces suspense or fear.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #42,691, this word is among the least frequently used in common English. Understanding it can be beneficial for comprehensive language mastery, but it's not essential for most learners.