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Synonyms & Similar Words
spooky
spectral
eerie
otherworldly
supernatural
paranormal
phantom
ethereal
intangible
invisible
elusive
mysterious
enigmatic
obscure
unclear
indefinite
vague
shadowy
faint
dim
misty
hazy
dreamy
unreal
phantasmal
hallucinatory
illusory
delusory
apparitional
wraithlike
diaphanous
gossamer
Meaning of Ghostly
The primary meaning of "ghostly" is related to something that resembles or suggests a ghost, often implying a sense of eeriness or otherworldliness.
Definitions
- Giving the impression of being a ghost, or resembling a ghost in some way
- * Faint and shadowy, like a ghost
- * Inspiring a feeling of fear or unease, similar to that inspired by a ghost
Etymology of Ghostly
The word "ghostly" originates from the Old English word "gast" meaning breath or spirit, and the suffix "-ly" which forms an adjective
The term has been used in English since the 14th century to describe things that are related to or resemble ghosts
Example Uses
- The ghostly figure of a woman was seen walking through the abandoned mansion
- * The forest took on a ghostly appearance in the misty dawn light
- * The ghostly sound of whispers seemed to come from all directions