Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

fantasma

Noun

/fənˈtæzmə/

Definition

A ghost or phantom; an apparition of a dead person that is believed to appear or become manifest to the living.

Examples

The tale of the haunted mansion was filled with stories of a *fantasma* that roamed the halls.
Some claim to have seen the *fantasma* of a long-lost relative during a family gathering.

Meaning

In many cultures, a fantasma represents the spirit of someone who has died, sometimes haunting a particular location or person due to unresolved issues or a strong connection to the living world.