Definition

Having a quality that resembles a ghost, often appearing faint or ethereal.

Example

The ghostlike figure floated silently through the dark room.

Comparatives & Superlatives

Conversation

Did you see that movie last night?

Yeah, I thought the main character was so ghostlike in his performance.

I know! It really made the story feel eerie.

Exactly, it added to the suspense and kept me on the edge of my seat.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Ghostlike → It is formed from "ghost" (from Old English *gāst*, meaning spirit or soul) and "-like" (meaning resembling or similar to). The word "ghostlike" means resembling or similar to a spirit or soul.

Memory Tip

Imagine something that resembles a spirit or soul — that's what 'ghostlike' means, combining the idea of a 'ghost' with the suffix '-like'.

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