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creak

noun

Synonyms and Antonyms of creak

a harsh grating sound
  • the creak of a floorboard
Synonyms of creak

grind, jar, rasp, scrape, scratch
Words Related to creak

clang, clangor, clank, clash, jangle

scuff

croak, gargle

blast, bleat, bray, screech

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