Erie
adjective
A feeling of discomfort or fear, often associated with something strange or unsettling.
The old, abandoned house gave her an erie feeling as she walked past it.
Usage tips
Neutral
erie atmosphere,erie sensation,erie feeling
noun
Refers to a lake located in North America, one of the Great Lakes, bordered by the United States and Canada.
Lake Erie is known for its fishing and water sports.
Usage tips
Neutral
Lake Erie,Erie Canal,Erie Islands
adjective
A feeling of discomfort or fear, often associated with something strange or unsettling.
The old, abandoned house gave her an erie feeling as she walked past it.
Usage tips
Neutral
erie atmosphere,erie sensation,erie feeling
noun
Refers to a lake located in North America, one of the Great Lakes, bordered by the United States and Canada.
Lake Erie is known for its fishing and water sports.
Usage tips
Neutral
Lake Erie,Erie Canal,Erie Islands
Definition 1 of 2
Pro Tip 1/3Context
The word 'erie' is often used to describe an atmosphere in stories or films that is meant to unsettle or scare the audience.
In the horror movie, the erie background music added to the suspense.
Pro Tip 2/3Cultural Reference
In folklore, 'erie' may describe entities or ghosts that are said to evoke fear.
The story of the erie spirit haunting the old castle is well known in local legend.
Pro Tip 3/3Emotional Connotation
Using 'erie' may suggest strong feelings of fear or discomfort that can resonate with personal experiences.
She felt an erie chill run down her spine when the lights went out.
Pro Tip 1/3Context
The word 'erie' is often used to describe an atmosphere in stories or films that is meant to unsettle or scare the audience.
In the horror movie, the erie background music added to the suspense.
Pro Tip 2/3Cultural Reference
In folklore, 'erie' may describe entities or ghosts that are said to evoke fear.
The story of the erie spirit haunting the old castle is well known in local legend.
Pro Tip 3/3Emotional Connotation
Using 'erie' may suggest strong feelings of fear or discomfort that can resonate with personal experiences.
She felt an erie chill run down her spine when the lights went out.
Pro Tip 1/3Context
The word 'erie' is often used to describe an atmosphere in stories or films that is meant to unsettle or scare the audience.
In the horror movie, the erie background music added to the suspense.
Pro Tip 2/3Cultural Reference
In folklore, 'erie' may describe entities or ghosts that are said to evoke fear.
The story of the erie spirit haunting the old castle is well known in local legend.
Pro Tip 3/3Emotional Connotation
Using 'erie' may suggest strong feelings of fear or discomfort that can resonate with personal experiences.
She felt an erie chill run down her spine when the lights went out.
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