ghostly

Word parts

ghost + -ly

Pronunciation

• IPA ^(key): /ˈɡoʊstli/

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Adjective

Positive ghostly

Comparative none

Superlative none

1. If something is ghostly, it looks or feels like a ghost or reminds people of ghosts.

   A ghostly figure appeared in the old house.

2. If something is ghostly, it is faint, pale, or hard to see.

   A ghostly light shone through the fog.

Related words

• ghost
• ghastly