Ghost Definition

ghost
noun
  1. a mental representation of some haunting experience; "he looked like he had seen a ghost"; "it aroused specters from his past"
  2. a writer who gives the credit of authorship to someone else
  3. the visible disembodied soul of a dead person
  4. a suggestion of some quality; "there was a touch of sarcasm in his tone"; "he detected a ghost of a smile on her face"
verb
  1. move like a ghost; "The masked men ghosted across the moonlit yard"
  2. haunt like a ghost; pursue; "Fear of illness haunts her"
  3. write for someone else; "How many books have you ghostwritten so far?"

"Ghost" in song lyrics

See how ghost is used in real songs:

  • "Greg Nice, I'm outta here, ghost!"
    3rd Bass f/ Nice and Smooth — Microphone Techniques
  • "Letterman - great host, Moltar - Space Ghost"
    7L & Esoteric — Word Association
  • "cause soon as you got close you got ghost"
    Aceyalone — Makeba

Usage tips for "ghost"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "ghost" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for ghost to find words that pair well.

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