Meaning & Definition of word "Eerie"
Eerie
/ˈɪr.i/
adjective:
- 1. Strange and frightening; having an unsettling or supernatural quality.
- Example: The abandoned house had an eerie silence that sent chills down my spine.
- 2. Suggesting the presence of ghosts or other supernatural phenomena.
- Example: As the fog rolled in, the landscape took on an eerie glow.
- 3. Causing unease or discomfort due to its unusual nature.
- Example: There was an eerie familiarity about the old photograph, as if I'd seen it in a dream.
Etymology
●The word 'eerie' comes from Scottish English 'eirich' meaning 'fearsome, supernatural.'
Common Phrases and Expressions
eerie feeling:
A strange sense of discomfort or fear.
eerie silence:
A silence that feels unnaturally tense or foreboding.
Related Words
haunted:
Referring to a place frequented by ghosts.
occult:
Related to supernatural or mystical matters.
supernatural:
Attributed to some force beyond scientific understanding.
Slang Meanings of eerie
Meaning: Chilly vibes
● Example Sentence: That old movie gave me such chilly vibes, it was totally eerie.
Meaning: Creepy factor
● Example Sentence: The abandoned mall has a high creepy factor; it feels eerie to walk through.