Squeaky

Pronunciation: /ˈskwiːki/

Definitions of squeaky

adjective describing a high-pitched sound that is often irritating or loud

Example Sentences

A1 The mouse made a squeaky noise.

A2 The old door hinges were squeaky.

B1 The toy car had a squeaky wheel.

B2 The high-pitched, squeaky voice of the child could be heard across the room.

C1 The squeaky sound of the violin filled the concert hall.

C2 The rusty gate swung open with a loud, squeaky noise.

Examples of squeaky in a Sentence

formal The squeaky wheel gets the grease, so it's important to speak up if you have concerns.

informal I can't stand that squeaky door, it drives me crazy every time I open it.

slang That new skateboard has some squeaky wheels, but it still rides smooth.

figurative Her high-pitched voice was like a squeaky toy, always catching everyone's attention.

Grammatical Forms of squeaky

• past tense: squeaked
• plural: squeakies
• comparative: squeakier
• superlative: squeakiest
• present tense: squeaks
• future tense: will squeak
• perfect tense: have squeaked
• continuous tense: is squeaking
• singular: squeaky
• positive degree: squeaky
• infinitive: to squeak
• gerund: squeaking
• participle: squeaking

Origin and Evolution of squeaky

First Known Use: 1400 year

Language of Origin: Middle English

Story behind the word: The word 'squeaky' originated from the Middle English word 'squiken', which was derived from the Old English word 'sceacan' meaning to creak or make a high-pitched sound.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'squeaky' evolved from describing a creaking or high-pitched sound to specifically referring to a sound made by something being rubbed or pressed together, such as a squeaky toy or a squeaky door hinge.