Creeps
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /kɹiːps/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Creeps is a noun meaning plural of creep.
Meaning
plural of creep.
More Meanings
- A sensation that objects are crawling on one's skin.
- (figurative) A feeling or sensation of fear or horror.
- third-person singular simple present indicative of creep
Example Sentences
I get the creeps walking down that street, even in broad daylight.
"I wish it was well over," admitted Hollyer. "I'm not particularly jumpy, but this gives me a touch of the creeps."
Synonyms for creeps
Depending on context, synonyms include dithers, heebie-jeebies, weirds, willies, collywobbles, wiggins.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include crawl, crawling, grovel, pussyfoot, cower, cringe.
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