lovecraft

/ˈlʌvkrɑːft/

Definitions

1. noun

An American author of horror and fantasy fiction, best known for his works on the Cthulhu Mythos.

“H.P. Lovecraft’s stories have been widely influential in the horror genre.”

2. proper noun

The Cthulhu Mythos, a shared fictional universe created by Lovecraft.

“The Cthulhu Mythos has become a cultural phenomenon in the world of fantasy fiction.”

3. adjective

Relating to or characteristic of the works of H.P. Lovecraft or the Cthulhu Mythos.

“Lovecraftian horror is a subgenre of horror fiction that emphasizes cosmic terror.”

Synonyms

  • cosmicist
  • horrorist

Antonyms

  • optimist
  • realist