
Ghost
Cultural Significance
Ghosts are common in folklore. Knowing cultural references helps understand usage and emotions involved.
Ghost tales often intensify around Halloween.
Visual Imagery
Ghosts are often depicted transparent or white, which can evoke feelings of fear or mystery.
Ghosts drifted through the film's haunted mansion.
Metaphorical Use
The term ghost can be used metaphorically for someone who isn't literally dead but is absent or unnoticed.
He became a ghost in his own home, ignored by all. Compare with
ApparitionEntityPhantomShadeShadowSpectreSpiritSpookWraith
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