specter

Meanings

• noun

  A ghost or other supernatural being seen as a figure in a dream, vision, or illusion.

  - "The specter of death haunted the battlefield."
  - "Many people believe they have seen a specter in their dreams."
  - "The specter of failure loomed over the team."

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with specter
reaper , weeper , peeper , keeper

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Variants

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specter , specters , spectre , spectres , raised the specter of , the specter of , the specter of (something) , the specter of something

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Etymology

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Derived from the Latin word 'spectrum' meaning 'appearance' or 'vision'.

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Trivia

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1. The word 'specter' is often used interchangeably with the word 'spectre'.

2. In some cultures, specters are believed to be the souls of the dead who have not yet moved on to the afterlife.

3. Some people claim to have captured images of specters on film or in photographs.

4. Specters are often depicted as wearing long, flowing robes or cloaks, and carrying lanterns or torches.

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Related Concepts

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1. Ghost: A specter is a type of ghost, but not all ghosts are specters.

2. Apparition: An apparition is a supernatural being or event that appears to the senses, especially the sight, usually as a vision or a dream. Specters are a type of apparition.

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Culture

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In literature and art, specters are often depicted as ominous or foreboding figures, representing fear, death, or the unknown. They have been used as symbols in various mythologies and belief systems throughout history.

How to Memorize "specter"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a foggy, moonlit night. See a figure shrouded in mist, with glowing eyes and a translucent, ethereal form. This is what a specter looks like.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'specter' with the image of a ghost or other supernatural being. Remember that it is a figure that appears in a dream, vision, or illusion.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Create a sentence: 'Specters are supernatural beings that Seem to appear in dreams or visions.' Remember the first letter of each word in the sentence to help memorize the word.

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