Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
haunted-house
noun
/ˈhɔːntɪd haʊs/
Definition
A haunted house is a house that is believed to be inhabited by ghosts or supernatural beings.
Examples
- The old mansion was known as a haunted house, attracting thrill-seekers every Halloween.
- They claimed that strange noises and flickering lights could be heard in the haunted house at night.
- Families often visit the haunted house during the spooky season for ghost tours.
Meaning
The term refers to a building that people say is filled with the spirits of the dead, often resulting in eerie experiences or ghostly encounters.
Synonyms
- ghost house
- spooky house
- haunted dwelling
- phantom house
