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Definition of eek

eek

/iːk/
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eek Lexical Profile

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• interjection

1

Used to express sudden fright, alarm, surprise, or mild distress, often in a playful or exaggerated manner.

Example

"Eek! A mouse just darted across the kitchen floor!"

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Word Nuance & Usage

Do not confuse the interjection 'eek' with the homophone 'eke' (most commonly used in the phrasal verb 'eke out', meaning to manage to support oneself or make a living with difficulty).

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Word Origin & Etymology

Coined in the early 20th century as an imitative word mimicking a high-pitched squeak or shriek of fright, popularized largely through comic strips.

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