Haunted Definition & Meaning

haunted
adjective
  1. having or showing excessive or compulsive concern with something; "became more and more haunted by the stupid riddle"; "was absolutely obsessed with the girl"; "got no help from his wife who was preoccupied with the children"; "he was taken up in worry for the old woman"
  2. showing emotional affliction or disquiet; "her expression became progressively more haunted"
  3. inhabited by or as if by apparitions; "a haunted house"

"Haunted" in song lyrics

See how haunted is used in real songs:

  • "And even though every studio will be haunted"
    7L & Esoteric — Rest in Peace
  • "Stop acting scared like my house haunted"
    Akinyele f/ Christine McLean, Jessie Nunes — Take a Lick
  • "Stop actin scared like my house haunted"
    Akinyele — Take a Lick

Usage tips for "haunted"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "haunted" 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 haunted to find words that pair well.

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