English · Phrasal verb Attested

spook out

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Meaning · English

to scare, to frighten

Where it’s used: Used American English

The strange man with the large head spooked me out so much until I realized it was only a picture.

Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).

Common questions

What does “spook out” mean?

to scare, to frighten

Is “spook out” formal or informal?

spook out is generally informal.

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