wraith

noun
UK: /reɪθ/
US: /reɪθ/

  1. A ghost or spirit, often seen as a pale or shadowy image.

    1. A wraith appeared in the old castle, scaring the tourists.
    2. The grieving widow thought she saw the wraith of her husband.

  2. A faint or weak trace of something, often used to describe a disappearing quality or characteristic.

    1. Only a wraith of smoke remained after the fire was put out.
    2. There was just a wraith of a smile on her face as she watched him go.

Synonyms

ghost phantom specter apparition shadow spirit

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "wraith" in English means: A ghost or spirit, often seen as a pale or shadowy image., A faint or weak trace of something, often used to describe a disappearing quality or characteristic..

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

Synonyms for "wraith": ghost, phantom, specter, apparition, shadow, spirit.

Example usage of "wraith": "A wraith appeared in the old castle, scaring the tourists.". More examples on the page.