Definition

Related to a substance that is believed to be a form of spiritual energy or matter, often associated with ghostly phenomena.

Example

The medium claimed to have produced ectoplasmic manifestations during the séance.

Conversation

Did you see that movie about ghosts last night?

Yeah, it was so creepy! I loved the ectoplasmic effects they used.

Right? It made the whole thing feel so realistic.

Definitely! I was on the edge of my seat.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Ectoplasmic → It is formed from "ecto-" (from Greek "ektos", meaning outside) and "plasma" (from Greek "plasma", meaning something molded or formed). The word "ectoplasmic" refers to the outer substance or layer that is molded or formed, often used in the context of spiritualism to describe a substance that is said to emanate from a medium's body.

Memory Tip

Think of 'ecto-' meaning 'outside' and 'plasma' meaning 'something molded' — this helps you remember that 'ectoplasmic' refers to a substance that is formed from the outside.

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