creaky
8 synonyms and 2 antonyms for creaky, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adj — Tending to creak, especially from age or wear.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
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Synonyms by Meaning
1. adj
Tending to creak, especially from age or wear.
“The creaky staircase gave away every late-night snack run.”
Opposites
2. adj
Informal: stiff or worn down, especially from age.
“His creaky knees made the hike much harder than expected.”
Opposites
How to use creaky
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
creaky floorboards
creaky joints
creaky old system
Frequently asked questions
What does “creaky” mean?
The word “creaky” means tending to creak, especially from age or wear. In plain terms, squeaky from age or wear, or (of joints, systems) stiff and worn out.
How do you pronounce “creaky”?
“Creaky” is pronounced KREE-kee (/ˈkɹiːki/ in IPA).
How do you use “creaky” in a sentence?
Here is “creaky” used in a sentence: “The creaky staircase gave away every late-night snack run.”
What part of speech is “creaky”?
“Creaky” is an adjective.
How many meanings does “creaky” have?
“Creaky” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: tending to creak, especially from age or wear.
