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Meaning of poltergeist
A poltergeist is a noisy, mischievous, and often malevolent spirit believed to haunt a particular location, especially a house.
Etymology of poltergeist
The word "poltergeist" has its roots in German, with "Polter" meaning "noise" or "ruckus" and "Geist" meaning "ghost" or "spirit"
The term originated in the 16th century to describe a type of ghost or spirit that was believed to be responsible for physical disturbances, such as knocking sounds, unexplained noises, and object movements
Synonyms
ghost
spirit
specter
phantom
apparition
entity
being
presence
phantom
spook
ghoul
demon
devil
evil spirit
unquiet spirit
restless spirit
malevolent entity
supernatural being
paranormal entity
psychic phenomenon
haunted presence
eerie presence
otherworldly being
disembodied spirit
invisible entity
mystical being
mystical presence
occult presence
haunted entity
Definitions
- A ghost or spirit, especially one that is believed to haunt a particular place, often making loud noises or causing disturbances
- A supernatural being or entity that is believed to exist beyond the realm of the physical world
Usage Examples
- The old mansion was said to be haunted by a poltergeist that would slam doors and knock over furniture
- The family reported experiencing strange occurrences, which they attributed to a poltergeist that was haunting their home
- The legend of the poltergeist has been passed down for generations, with many claiming to have seen or heard the mischievous spirit
Antonyms
peaceful spirit
calm presence
benevolent entity
friendly ghost
gentle being
soothing presence
quiet entity
still presence
serene being
tranquil spirit
calm entity
gentle spirit
kind presence
loving being
peaceful presence