spectral

Meanings

• adjective

  Relating to or resembling a ghost or apparition.

  - "The spectral figure floated in the moonlight."
  - "The spectral voice called out in the night."

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Antonyms

nonspectral

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Synonyms

ghostly

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with spectral
spectacle , receptacle , introspective

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Variants

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spectral , spectrally , spectral line , spectral lines

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Etymology

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From the Latin 'spectrum' meaning 'appearance' or 'vision'.

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Trivia

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1. The word 'spectral' is also used in physics to describe the distribution of energy in a wave, such as light or sound.

2. In chemistry, a spectral line is a distinct, sharp line in the electromagnetic spectrum produced by the emission or absorption of a single frequency of electromagnetic radiation.

3. The term 'spectral analysis' is used to analyze and interpret data from various sources, such as sound or radio waves.

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Related Concepts

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1. Apparition: An invisible or intangible being that can be perceived only by the senses, especially the sight.

2. Ghost: A spectral being believed to be the spirit of a deceased person.

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Culture

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In literature and art, the spectral has often been used to evoke a sense of mystery, fear, or otherworldliness. It is a common trope in horror and science fiction genres.

How to Memorize "spectral"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a foggy night. See a figure slowly emerging from the mist. It is spectral, with a translucent, ghostly appearance.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'spectral' with the word 'ghostly' or 'apparition'. Remember, it describes something that is not physically present but can be perceived as a vision or appearance.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Create a mnemonic phrase like 'Spectral is a spectral sight, like a ghost in the night'.

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