spectral

adjective
UK: /ˈspektrəl/
US: /ˈspektrəl/

  1. Relating to or like a ghost.

    1. The light looked spectral in the fog.
    2. A spectral figure appeared in the old, haunted house, frightening the children.

  2. Of or relating to a spectrum.

    1. We analyzed the spectral data carefully.
    2. The telescope captured detailed spectral images of distant galaxies.

  3. Used to describe something produced by a spectrum.

    1. The prism created a spectral array of colors.
    2. The spectral analysis revealed the composition of the unknown substance.

Synonyms

ghostly phantom insubstantial

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "spectral" in English means: Relating to or like a ghost., Of or relating to a spectrum., Used to describe something produced by a spectrum..

The phonetic transcription of "spectral" is /ˈspektrəl/ in British English and /ˈspektrəl/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "spectral": ghostly, phantom, insubstantial.

Example usage of "spectral": "The light looked spectral in the fog.". More examples on the page.