What does EERIE mean?

Parts of Speech:

Adjective

Definitions:

• Strange and frightening, often in a way that is mysterious
• Causing fear or uneasiness because of its strangeness; weird

Pronunciations:

• US: /ˈɪri/
• UK: /ˈiːri/

Origin and Usage:

The word "eerie" is of Scottish origin and was first recorded in the 1300s. It originally meant "fearful" or "timid," but its meaning evolved over time to refer to something that is strange, mysterious, and unsettling. The word is commonly used in literature, film, and other forms of media to create an unsettling atmosphere or mood.

Synonyms:

• Spooky
• Creepy
• Unsettling
• Strange
• Weird

Related Words:

• Creep
• Freak
• Ghoul
• Haunt
• Spook

Example Sentences:

• The old, abandoned house had an eerie feel to it.
• The eerie silence of the empty forest made her feel uneasy.
• The eerie glow of the moon made the night seem otherworldly.