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wraith

noun

Simple meaning

A ghost or specter.

Pronunciation

Say it like this:

rayth
US device voice
IPA pronunciation (US)

ˈɹeɪθ

This word is pronounced essentially the same in American and British English, so one transcription covers both.

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Definition

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noun

  1. A ghost or specter, especially a person's likeness seen just after their death.

Word at a Glance

Difficulty
C2 · Proficient (estimated)
Frequency
Uncommon
Formality
Technical

Word Aura™

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Aura for this meaning

This meaning: A ghost or specter, especially a person's likeness seen just after their death.

Used this way, wraith is a reasonably familiar word with a clearly unfavourable pull. It usually sounds natural in a wide range of settings.

Emotional tone
Negative
Formality
Neutral
Intensity
Moderate
How common
Moderately common
Connotation
Serious and weighty
Usage feel
Neutral and straightforward

Nearby words

  • shade , more formal, and heavier in everyday conversation

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Synonyms

Sense: ghost or specter

shadeFormalghostspectre

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