spectre Synonyms
spectre Meaning
spectre (n)
a ghostly appearing figure
a mental representation of some haunting experience
spectre ()
A mountain specter (which see), esp. that observed on the Brocken, in the Harz Mountains.
spectre Sentence Examples
- The spectre of poverty loomed over the impoverished neighborhood.
- Fear haunted her like a malevolent spectre, whispering secrets in the shadows.
- The spectral figure appeared out of thin air, its ethereal glow illuminating the darkened room.
- The spectre of a long-lost love returned to torment his troubled mind.
- The haunting spectre of the murder victim lingered at the crime scene.
- The ambitious politician was haunted by the spectre of failure.
- The wreckage of the ancient castle cast a ghostly spectre over the surrounding landscape.
- The spectre of climate change loomed over the world, threatening its future.
- The haunting spectre of childhood trauma followed her throughout her life.
- The enigmatic spectre disappeared as quickly as it had appeared, leaving behind an air of mystery and unease.
FAQs About the word spectre
a ghostly appearing figure, a mental representation of some haunting experienceA mountain specter (which see), esp. that observed on the Brocken, in the Harz Mo
shadow, ghost, apparition,haunt, spook, phantom, wraith, vampire, phantasm,bogy
No antonyms found.
The spectre of poverty loomed over the impoverished neighborhood.
Fear haunted her like a malevolent spectre, whispering secrets in the shadows.
The spectral figure appeared out of thin air, its ethereal glow illuminating the darkened room.
The spectre of a long-lost love returned to torment his troubled mind.
