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Exam: GRE (Verbal)

phantasm

IPA: //ˈfæn.tæz.əm//

KK: /ˈfæntæzəm/

noun

Definition: A mental image or vision that is not real, often seen as a ghost or illusion.

Example: The haunted house was filled with phantasms that frightened the visitors.

phantasmagoria

IPA: /ˌfæn.tæz.məˈɡɔː.ri.ə/

KK: /fænˌtæzməˈɡɔriə/

noun

Definition: A series of changing images or scenes that create a dream-like or surreal effect, often seen in art or imagination.

Example: The film was a phantasmagoria of colors and shapes that captivated the audience.

phantasmagoric

IPA: /ˌfæn.tæz.məˈɡɔːr.ɪk/

KK: /fænˌtæzməˈɡɔrɪk/

adjective

Definition: Describing something that has a dream-like quality, often mixing real and imaginary elements, or showing rapid changes in light and color.

Example: The artist's painting was phantasmagoric, filled with swirling colors and surreal images that seemed to come alive.

phantasmal

IPA: //ˈfæn.tə.zməl//

KK: /ˈfæntəzməl/

adjective

Definition: Relating to ghosts or phantoms; often eerie or frightening, and connected to fantasy.

Example: The phantasmal figure appeared in the mist, sending chills down my spine.

phantasmic

IPA: //fænˈtæzmɪk//

KK: /fænˈtæzmɪk/

adjective

Definition: Having a ghostly or unreal quality, often resembling a dream or illusion.

Example: The phantasmic landscape seemed to shift and change before our eyes.

phantasy

IPA: //ˈfæntəsi//

KK: /ˈfæntəsi/

noun

Definition: A term that refers to an imagined situation or story, often involving magic or adventure, similar to the word 'fantasy'.

Example: In her phantasy, she was a brave knight saving the kingdom from a dragon.

phantom

IPA: /ˈfæntəm/

KK: /ˈfæntəm/

adjective

Definition: Not real or existing; something that is imagined or not actually present.

Example: The phantom figure disappeared into the mist, leaving everyone confused.

noun

Definition: A ghost or an illusion that is not real and cannot be touched or seen in a physical way.

Example: The old house was said to be haunted by a phantom that roamed the halls at night.

pharaonic

IPA: /fəˈrænɪk/

KK: /fɛrˈɑnɪk/

adjective

Definition: Relating to the ancient Egyptian rulers known as Pharaohs, often characterized by impressive size or luxury.

Example: The museum displayed a pharaonic statue that towered over the visitors.

pharisaic

IPA: /ˌfɛrəˈzeɪɪk/

KK: /fɛrəˈzeɪɪk/

adjective

Definition: Describing someone who is hypocritically self-righteous and quick to judge others, often in a moral or religious context.

Example: His pharisaic attitude made it difficult for others to feel comfortable around him.

pharisaical

IPA: /ˌfɛrəˈseɪkəl/

KK: /fɛrəˈseɪɪkəl/

adjective

Definition: Relating to a person or behavior that is overly concerned with rules and rituals, often in a way that is hypocritical or self-righteous.

Example: His pharisaical attitude made it difficult for others to feel comfortable around him.

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