eek

(verb, interjection)

interjection

1. Representing a scream or shriek (especially in comic strips and books).

- Eek! There is a mouse in the bathtub!

2. Expressing (sometimes mock) fear or surprise.

- I almost got fired from my job yesterday. Eek!

3. The shrill vocal sound of a mouse, rat, or monkey.

verb

1. To produce a high-pitched squeal, as in fear or trepidation.