Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

ghosting

noun

/ˈɡoʊstɪŋ/

Definition

The practice of ending a personal relationship by suddenly and completely withdrawing from all communication.

Examples

After going on several dates, he started ghosting her, leaving her wondering what went wrong.
Many people find ghosting an incredibly rude way to end a relationship.
She experienced ghosting after their brief but intense online chat.

Meaning

Ghosting typically occurs in romantic or social relationships, where one party abruptly cuts off all contact without explanation, leaving the other person confused and hurt.