freaky

adjective

ˈfrē-kē 

freakier; freakiest

: freakish

freakiness noun

Examples of freaky in a Sentence

That book was kind of freaky.

a freaky kid wearing a weird hat

Recent Examples on the Web

Her videos showing off her collection of unusual footwear — ranging from ’90s-era Vivienne Westwood animal paw boots to Marni loafers with hoop piercings — inspired others to do the same or find some freaky shoes of their own. — Jaden Thompson, Footwear News, 30 Oct. 2026

In a freakier offshoot of the romantasy that has overtaken bestseller lists in recent years, these monster tales have sensational titles and even wilder plots. — Janelle Okwodu, Vogue, 26 Oct. 2026

For all its explorations of love and lust, Wicker doesn’t quite reach its freaky potential. — Angelica Jade Bastién, Vulture, 22 Oct. 2026

This city is already a freaky liminal space full of snaking pathways that are almost incomprehensible. — Jordan Minor, PC Magazine, 18 Sep. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1799, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for freaky

• cheeky
• creaky
• kiki
• leaky
• sneaky
• squeaky
• streaky

Kids Definition

freaky

adjective

ˈfrē-kē 

freakier; freakiest

1

: characterized by caprice

2

: very strange or abnormal

a freaky appearance

a freaky coincidence