intj
eek
eek
intj
1
An exclamation representing a sudden scream, especially one of surprise or mild fear.
"Eek! A spider just ran across the floor."
verb
1
To let out a high-pitched squeal of fright or alarm.
"She eeked and jumped back when the mouse darted out."
How to Use Eek
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA cartoonish squeak of shock, often used in comics or casual speech.
Common pairings
eek in surprise
Word Forms
eeked past tense, eeks plural, eeks singular
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Etymology
An imitative word — it simply mimics the sound of a short, startled shriek.