ghost

/ɡoʊst/

Definitions

1. noun

A supernatural being, typically believed to be the soul of a dead person, said to haunt a particular location or person.

“The old mansion was rumored to be haunted by a ghost.”

2. verb

To die or pass away.

“The fire burned out, and the flame eventually ghosted away to nothing.”

3. verb

To evade or avoid someone or something.

“After being friends for years, John found himself ghosted by Sarah on social media.”

4. noun

A person who avoids social contact or communication, especially in a romantic relationship.

“She accused him of being a ghost, never responding to her messages.”

Synonyms

  • apparition
  • phantom
  • revenant
  • specter

Antonyms

  • reality
  • solidity