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Synonyms & Similar Words
eerie
spooky
chilling
unsettling
disturbing
frightening
scary
terrifying
macabre
ghostly
supernatural
paranormal
otherworldly
weird
strange
bizarre
unexplainable
inexplicable
mysterious
enigmatic
hauntingly beautiful
evocative
poignant
nostalgic
bittersweet
melancholic
somber
mournful
lamentable
dire
ominous
foreboding
threatening
intimidating
fearsome
awesome
spine-tingling
hair-raising
blood-curdling
petrifying
Meaning of Haunting
The primary meaning of the word "Haunting" refers to something that is spooky, eerie, or frightening, often in a way that is reminiscent of ghosts or the supernatural.
Definitions
- Causing a feeling of fear, unease, or sadness, often in a way that is difficult to forget
- Remaining in someone's mind or memory, often in a way that is unpleasant or disturbing
- Having a ghost or spirit, especially one that is believed to appear in a particular place
Etymology of Haunting
The word "Haunting" originates from the Old English word "hantian," which means "to inhabit" or "to possess"
The modern English word "Haunting" has evolved to include connotations of ghostly or supernatural presence, as well as emotional or psychological impact
Example Uses
- The old mansion was said to be haunted by the ghost of its former owner
- The memory of the accident has been haunting me for years
- The haunting melody of the song has stayed with me since I first heard it