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Meaning of uncanny
The primary meaning of the word "uncanny" is something that is strange or unusual in a way that is surprising or unsettling.
Etymology of uncanny
The word "uncanny" has its roots in the Old English and Germanic words, with "uncanny" being derived from the Old English "uncan" meaning "unfamiliar" or "unknown" and the suffix "-y" which forms an adjective, and the German word "unheimlich" which means "unhomely" or "unfamiliar", the term gained popularity in the 19th century to describe something that is strange or unnatural.
Synonyms
eerie
strange
weird
unnatural
supernatural
spooky
frightening
terrifying
unsettling
unnerving
disturbing
creepy
freaky
bizarre
odd
peculiar
unusual
extraordinary
unaccountable
inexplicable
mysterious
enigmatic
perplexing
baffling
disquieting
uncomfortable
awkward
ghostly
otherworldly
paranormal
macabre
gruesome
ghastly
horrific
hideous
repulsive
abhorrent
ghastly
hair-raising
blood-curdling
spine-tingling
Definitions
- Giving a feeling of unease or fear because it is strange, unnatural, or unfamiliar
- * Beyond what is normal or expected, strange or unusual
Usage Examples
- The special effects in the movie created an uncanny resemblance to the real thing.
- * The puppet's smile had an uncanny ability to make me feel uneasy.
- * The similarities between the two strangers were uncanny, as if they were long-lost twins.