koyemshi

/kɔɪˈemʃi/

Definitions

1. noun

A type of Japanese yūrei or vengeful spirit, often depicted as a woman in a white dress.

“According to local legend, the abandoned mansion is said to be haunted by a koyemshi seeking revenge on the descendants of her former owner.”

Synonyms

  • onryo
  • vengeful spirit
  • yurei

Antonyms

  • angel
  • guardian