uncanny

/ˈʌn.kæ.ni/

Definitions

1. adjective

having a strange or unnatural quality that makes you feel uneasy or uncomfortable; extremely good at something to an unnatural degree

“The uncanny ability of the magician left the audience amazed.”

2. noun

a feeling of eeriness or unnaturalness

“The uncanny atmosphere in the abandoned house made us want to leave.”

3. adverb

in a strange or unnatural way

“He walked uncannily through the dark forest, as if he knew the way.”

Synonyms

  • eerie
  • ghastly
  • ghoulish
  • macabre
  • unnatural

Antonyms

  • natural
  • normal
  • ordinary