Meaning of the word ghoul in English

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ghoul

US /ɡuːl/

UK /ɡuːl/

an evil spirit or phantom, especially one supposed to rob graves and feed on dead bodies

Example:

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The ancient legend spoke of a terrifying ghoul that haunted the old cemetery.

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He described the creature as a skeletal ghoul with glowing red eyes.

Synonym:

demon monster fiend specter phantom

a person who is morbidly interested in death or disaster

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The crowd of curious ghouls gathered at the scene of the accident.

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Only a true ghoul would enjoy watching such a gruesome film.

Synonym:

morbid person vulture spectator rubbernecker

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