Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
ghostly-presence
noun
/ˈɡoʊstli ˈprɛzəns/
Definition
A spectral or supernatural figure that is perceived as being present in a certain location.
Examples
- Walking through the old house, she couldn’t shake the feeling of a ghostly presence watching her.
- The ghostly presence in the abandoned hotel sent shivers down the spines of the explorers.
- During the séance, many reported a ghostly presence in the room.
Meaning
The term refers to the feeling or belief that a ghost or spirit is nearby, often accompanied by a mysterious atmosphere or unsettling feeling.
Synonyms
- spirit
- phantom
- apparition
- soul
- haunting
