Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
ghost
noun
/ɡoʊst/
Definition
A ghost is considered to be the soul or spirit of a dead person that appears to the living.
Examples
- Legend has it that the ancient castle is haunted by the ghost of a lost prince.
- During Halloween, children enjoy telling spooky stories about ghosts.
Meaning
In popular belief, a ghost is often seen as a representation of someone who has passed away and may linger on earth due to unfinished business or attachment.
Synonyms
- spirit
- phantom
- soul
- apparition
