ghoul
2 synonyms for ghoul, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A legendary demon or evil spirit said to rob graves and feed on corpses.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
graverobber
body snatcher
How to use ghoul
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
a ghoulish ghoul reference
act like a ghoul
gawking ghouls
Etymology
From French goule, borrowed from Persian/Arabic ghul, a legendary desert demon that preyed on travelers and the dead.
Full origin of ghoul →Frequently asked questions
What does “ghoul” mean?
The word “ghoul” means a legendary demon or evil spirit said to rob graves and feed on corpses. In plain terms, either a corpse-eating demon from folklore, or (more commonly today) someone who takes an unhealthy interest in death, gore, or other people's misfortune.
How do you pronounce “ghoul”?
“Ghoul” is pronounced gool (/ɡuːl/ in IPA).
How do you use “ghoul” in a sentence?
Here is “ghoul” used in a sentence: “In the old folktale, a ghoul haunted the cemetery at night.”
What part of speech is “ghoul”?
“Ghoul” is a noun.
Where does the word “ghoul” come from?
The word “ghoul” comes from French. From French goule, borrowed from Persian/Arabic ghul, a legendary desert demon that preyed on travelers and the dead.
How many meanings does “ghoul” have?
“Ghoul” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a legendary demon or evil spirit said to rob graves and feed on corpses.
