specter (Meaning)

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specter (n)

a mental representation of some haunting experience

a ghostly appearing figure

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a mental representation of some haunting experience, a ghostly appearing figure

shadow, phantom, wraith, ghost, apparition, spook,haunt, hant, bogie, demon

No antonyms found.

The specter of poverty haunted the minds of the destitute.

The specter of war loomed over the nation, casting a dark shadow.

The specter of her lost love lingered in her thoughts, a constant reminder of her heartache.

The specter of suspicion poisoned the relationship, eroding trust.