Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
specter
noun
/ˈspɛktər/
Definition
A visible incorporeal spirit, especially one that could appear in a ghostly form.
Examples
- The old mansion was said to be haunted by the specter of a former owner.
- Many believed the specter of war loomed over the negotiations.
- She felt a specter of doubt creep into her mind as she made the decision.
Meaning
A specter often refers to a ghost or something that causes fear or dread. It can also symbolize something haunting or an unsettling presence.
Synonyms
- ghost
- phantom
- apparition
- spirit
- wraith
