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crawly Synonyms

Another word for crawly

Choosing another word for crawly depends on context, so the synonyms and similar words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• adjective (Context 1)

Having a creeping or tingling sensation on the skin, as if insects were moving over it, often caused by fear or disgust.

Usage Example

"Walking through the dark, cobweb-filled basement gave him a creepy-crawly feeling along the back of his neck."

Strongest
creepy-crawly
Strong
creepy
prickly
Weak
tingly

• adjective (Context 2)

Moving slowly close to the ground, or swarming with creeping creatures such as insects or worms.

Usage Example

"The children lifted the damp log in the garden to inspect the creeping bugs hiding underneath."

Strong
creeping
wriggling
swarming
Weak
teeming

Opposites of crawly

The opposite of crawly shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:

comforting
soothing
See all opposites of crawly

• Nearby Words

crawl
crawler
crawlspace
crawly
crax
cray
crayfish

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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Crawly. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/crawly
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