Meaning of the word haunting in English

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

haunting

US /ˈhɑːn.t̬ɪŋ/
UK /ˈhɔːn.tɪŋ/
"haunting" picture

Adjective

poignant and evocative; remaining in the mind

Example:
The melody was so beautiful and haunting.
He couldn't shake off the haunting image of the accident.

Verb

present participle of haunt

Example:
The old house was rumored to be haunting the new residents.
The ghost was haunting the castle for centuries.
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