haunted

adj — 3 senses

haunted

adj

/ˈhɔːntɪd/ · /ˈhɑntɪd/

1

Of a location, frequented by a ghost or ghosts.

  • The hotel was haunted by a disembodied spirit.
2

Obsessed (by an idea, threat, etc.).

  • a soldier haunted by the memories of combat
3

Showing a feeling of being disturbed.

  • a haunted expression
Derived terms
haunted fish tank, haunted house, hauntedly, hauntedness, unhaunted
Related terms
cursed

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