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Meaning of eerie
The primary meaning of the word "eerie" is related to something that gives a frightening or strange feeling.
Etymology of eerie
The word "eerie" has its roots in Old English and Scottish words, with "eerie" possibly derived from the Old English word "earg" meaning "cowardly" or "frightened", or the Scottish word "eerie" meaning "fearful" or "causing fear"
The word has been used in English since the 15th century to describe something that inspires fear or unease
Synonyms
spooky
strange
weird
unsettling
unnerving
frightening
scary
chilling
creepy
haunting
ghostly
supernatural
paranormal
bizarre
odd
peculiar
mysterious
sinister
ominous
foreboding
threatening
intimidating
fearsome
terrifying
hair-raising
blood-curdling
spine-tingling
unearthly
otherworldly
unexplained
inexplicable
Definitions
- Giving a frightening or strange feeling, especially because something is not normal or is not what you expected
- Strange and frightening, or making you feel that something strange and frightening is going to happen
- Having a strange and frightening quality, or making you feel that something is not quite right
Usage Examples
- The old mansion had an eerie atmosphere, with creaking doors and flickering lights.
- The eerie silence in the forest was broken only by the sound of leaves rustling in the wind.
- The movie's eerie soundtrack added to the sense of tension and fear.