ghostly

[ˈɡoʊstli]

ghostly Definition

• 1. of or like a ghost in appearance or sound; eerie and unnatural
• 2. resembling or characteristic of a ghost

Using ghostly: Examples

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

• Example

  The ghostly figure appeared out of nowhere.

• Example

  The abandoned house had a ghostly atmosphere.

• Example

  The ghostly howl of the wind could be heard throughout the night.

ghostly Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for ghostly

• eerie
• spooky
• supernatural
• otherworldly
• phantasmal

Antonyms for ghostly

• real
• tangible
• substantial

Phrases with ghostly

• ghostly apparition

  a supernatural appearance of a person or thing, especially a ghost

  Example

  The ghostly apparition of his deceased wife appeared before him.

• ghostly presence

  the feeling or impression that a ghost is present

  Example

  The ghostly presence in the old mansion was overwhelming.

• ghostly silence

  an eerie and unnatural silence, often associated with the presence of ghosts

  Example

  The ghostly silence of the abandoned church was unsettling.

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Summary: ghostly in Brief

The term 'ghostly' [ˈɡoʊstli] refers to something that resembles or is characteristic of a ghost, often with an eerie and unnatural quality. It can describe appearances, sounds, or atmospheres, as in 'The ghostly figure appeared out of nowhere.' 'Ghostly' extends into phrases like 'ghostly apparition,' and is often used informally with synonyms like 'spooky' and 'creepy.'