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Vocabulary Entry
specter
|noun • noun
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N
noun
A ghost or phantom.
Example Sentences
"The legend spoke of a specter that haunted the old mansion."
"She swore she saw a specter floating near the window."
"The children were frightened by the specter lurking in the shadows."
N
noun
A mental image or representation, often linked to fear or unease.
Example Sentences
"The specter of failure loomed over him as he prepared for the exam."
"In the discussion, the specter of war was a major concern for everyone."
"He was haunted by the specter of his past mistakes."