yirn

/jɜrn/

Definitions

1. noun

to feel a creeping or crawling sensation on one’s skin, especially as a sign of fear or apprehension

“She started to yirn as the spider crawled up her leg.”

2. verb

to feel a creeping or crawling sensation on one’s skin, especially as a sign of fear or apprehension

“He began to yirn as the horror movie got scarier.”

Synonyms

  • crawl
  • creep
  • shiver
  • shudder

Antonyms

  • excite
  • thrill