apparition
word
Definition
An apparition is something that suddenly appears, especially a ghost or a mysterious figure that people believe they have seen.
Usage & Nuances
'Apparition' is formal and often used in literature or storytelling about ghosts and supernatural events. It's not commonly used in everyday conversation. Related words: 'ghost,' 'phantom,' but 'apparition' emphasizes the sudden or mysterious appearance.
Example Sentences
Some villagers claimed they saw an apparition near the old house.
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The children were frightened by the sudden apparition in the hallway.
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The story describes the apparition of a white lady at midnight.
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Many people believe the strange lights in the cemetery are some kind of apparition.
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Sarah said she woke up to see an apparition at the foot of her bed, but no one else saw it.
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At first, we thought it was just fog, but the shape had everyone convinced it was an apparition.
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