eldritch

[ˈɛldrɪtʃ]

eldritch Definition

weird and sinister or ghostly.

Using eldritch: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "eldritch" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The eldritch atmosphere of the abandoned house gave me chills.

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    The eldritch creature in the horror movie haunted my dreams.

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    The eldritch chanting coming from the woods made me feel uneasy.

eldritch Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for eldritch

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Phrases with eldritch

  • a type of horror that involves supernatural or otherworldly elements

    Example

    The book is a collection of short stories about eldritch horrors.

  • a type of monster or creature that is beyond human comprehension, often with grotesque or terrifying features

    Example

    The protagonist had to fight against an eldritch abomination to save the world.

  • eldritch magic

    a type of magic that involves dark or otherworldly forces

    Example

    The wizard used eldritch magic to summon a demon.

Origins of eldritch

from Middle English 'elriche', meaning 'of a strange country'

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Summary: eldritch in Brief

'Eldritch' [ˈɛldrɪtʃ] describes something weird, sinister, or ghostly. It is often used to describe eerie atmospheres or creatures that are beyond human comprehension, as in 'The eldritch creature in the horror movie haunted my dreams.' 'Eldritch' can also be used in phrases like 'eldritch horror' or 'eldritch abomination,' which refer to types of horror that involve supernatural or otherworldly elements.