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GHOST Synonyms

There are 33 synonyms of the word ghost. (exact relations)
There are 24 hypernyms of the word ghost. (close relations)
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specter
nounn
noun

• a mental representation of some haunting experience

• a ghostly appearing figure

wraith
nounn
noun

• a mental representation of some haunting experience

apparition
nounn
noun

• a ghostly appearing figure

• the appearance of a ghostlike figure

• something existing in perception only

• an act of appearing or becoming visible unexpectedly

phantom
noun, adjectiven, adj
noun

• a ghostly appearing figure

• something existing in perception only

adjective satellite

• something apparently sensed but having no physical reality

revenant
noun, adjectiven, adj
adjective

• of or relating to or typical of a revenant

noun

• a person who returns after a lengthy absence

• someone who has returned from the dead

adjective satellite

• coming back

shade
nounn
noun

• relative darkness caused by light rays being intercepted by an opaque body

• a quality of a given color that differs slightly from another color

• protective covering that protects something from direct sunlight

• a subtle difference in meaning or opinion or attitude

• a position of relative inferiority

• a slight amount or degree of difference

• a mental representation of some haunting experience

• a representation of the effect of shadows in a picture or drawing (as by shading or darker pigment)

• a protective ornamental covering for a lamp, used to screen a light bulb from direct view

verb

• cast a shadow over

• represent the effect of shade or shadow on

• protect from light, heat, or view

• vary slightly

• pass from one quality such as color to another by a slight degree

spirit
nounn
noun

• the vital principle or animating force within living things

• the general atmosphere of a place or situation and the effect that it has on people

• a fundamental emotional and activating principle determining one's character

• any incorporeal supernatural being that can become visible (or audible) to human beings

• the state of a person's emotions (especially with regard to pleasure or dejection)

• the intended meaning of a communication

• animation and energy in action or expression

• an inclination or tendency of a certain kind

verb

• infuse with spirit

phantasm
nounn
noun

• a ghostly appearing figure

• something existing in perception only

poltergeist
noun, adjectiven, adj
noun

• a ghost that announces its presence with rapping and the creation of disorder

sprite
nounn
noun

• a small being, human in form, playful and having magical powers

ghostwriter
nounn
noun

• a writer who gives the credit of authorship to someone else

spectre
nounn
noun

• a ghostly appearing figure

• a mental representation of some haunting experience

backup
verb, nounv, n
noun

• an accumulation caused by clogging or a stoppage

• someone who takes the place of another (as when things get dangerous or difficult)

• a musical part (vocal or instrumental) that supports or provides background for other musical parts

• (computer science) a copy of a file or directory on a separate storage device

• the act of providing approval and support

bogey
verb, nounv, n
noun

• a bogle or goblin; where used as a proper name, the Devil

• (golf) a score of one stroke over par on a hole

• an unidentified (and possibly enemy) aircraft

verb

• to shoot in one stroke over par

echo
verb, nounv, n
noun

• the repetition of a sound resulting from reflection of the sound waves

• (Greek mythology) a nymph who was spurned by Narcissus and pined away until only her voice remained

• a reply that repeats what has just been said

• a reflected television or radio or radar beam

• a close parallel of a feeling, idea, style, etc.

• an imitation or repetition

verb

• to say again or imitate

• ring or echo with sound

• bring to mind

essence
nounn
noun

• the choicest or most essential or most vital part of some idea or experience

• any substance possessing to a high degree the predominant properties of a plant or drug or other natural product from which it is extracted

• the central meaning or theme of a speech or literary work

• a toiletry that emits and diffuses a fragrant odor

ghostwrite
verbv
verb

• write for someone else

glimmer
verb, nounv, n
noun

• a flash of light (especially reflected light)

• a slight suggestion or vague understanding

verb

• shine brightly, like a star or a light

glimmering
adjectiveadj
noun

• a slight suggestion or vague understanding

glimpse
verb, nounv, n
noun

• a quick look

• a brief or incomplete view

• a vague indication

verb

• catch a glimpse of or see briefly

Best Hypernyms For GHOST

Here is a list of related hypernyms for ghost, these are close relations that fall within the same topic. Most relevant words are highlighted and in order.
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