Meaning of the word haunted in English

What does haunted mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

haunted

US /ˈhɑːn.t̬ɪd/
UK /ˈhɔːn.tɪd/

Adjective

1.

frequented by a ghost

Example:
The old mansion is said to be haunted by the ghost of its former owner.
They spent a night in a supposedly haunted castle.
2.

(of a person) troubled by recurrent visions or memories

Example:
His eyes were haunted by the horrors of war.
She had a haunted look in her eyes after the accident.
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