Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
ghostly-apparition
noun
/ˈɡoʊstli ˌæpəˈrɪʃən/
Definition
A ghostly apparition is a supernatural appearance of a ghost or spirit, typically seen as a fleeting figure or shadow.
Examples
- The haunted house was filled with tales of a ghostly apparition that roamed the halls at midnight.
- Many locals claim to have seen a ghostly apparition in the old cemetery, particularly on rainy nights.
- The child’s drawing depicted a ghostly apparition hovering over her bed, causing her parents to feel uneasy.
Meaning
This term refers to a vision or manifestation of something that is not physically present, often associated with the supernatural.
Synonyms
- spirit
- phantom
- shade
- specter
- wraith
