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Definition of creakiness

creakiness

/ˈkriːkinəs/
creak · i · ness

Adverb:creakily
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Adjective:creaky
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1

The quality or state of making a harsh, grating, or squeaking sound when moved or placed under pressure.

Example

"The constant creakiness of the old wooden floorboards made it impossible to walk down the hallway without waking the household."


2

The condition of being stiff, frail, worn-out, or dilapidated due to age or neglect.

Example

"Despite the morning creakiness in his joints, the retired carpenter still enjoyed working in his garden."

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Creakiness. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/creakiness
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