creeky

/ˈkriːki/

Definitions

1. adjective

having a strange, unpleasant, or grating sound, especially due to age, wear, or looseness

“The old house had a creeky floor that creaked underfoot.”

2. noun

a creaking or grating sound, especially one caused by age, wear, or looseness

“The only sound in the empty house was a faint creeky noise from the old wooden floor.”

Synonyms

  • creaky
  • grating
  • groaning

Antonyms

  • silent
  • still