Spell Bee Word: spectre

Basic Details

Word: Spectre

Part of Speech: Noun

Meaning: A ghost or spirit, often thought of as haunting a place or person.

Synonyms: Phantom, apparition, ghost

Antonyms: Reality, substance

Idioms and Phrases

1. Chasing shadows: Trying to achieve something that is unattainable or pursuing something imaginary. Example: "He realised he was just chasing shadows when he tried to find evidence of a ghost in the old manor."
2. Ghost of a chance: A very slim possibility of success. Example: "She didn’t stand a ghost of a chance of winning the competition against such tough opponents."

Usage Examples

Example 1: The old castle was said to be haunted by the spectre of a former king.

Example 2: As night fell, the children told stories about a spectre haunting the nearby woods.

Example 3: The film featured a mysterious spectre that appeared whenever danger was near.

Fun Fact

The word "spectre" comes from the Latin word "spectrum," which means "appearance" or "image." It has been used for centuries to describe ghostly forms seen in folklore and literature.

Famous Quote

"We are all ghosts, and our only purpose is to be a memory for those we leave behind." — Unknown

Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)

1. What does "spectre" mean?

a) A type of animal
b) A ghost or spirit
c) A powerful weapon
d) A dark place

Answer: b) A ghost or spirit

2. Which of these is a synonym of "spectre"?

a) Dog
b) Phantom
c) Rock
d) Tree

Answer: b) Phantom

3. Which sentence uses "spectre" correctly?

a) The spectre danced through the meadow.
b) The spectre remained hidden in the shadows.
c) The spectre baked a cake for the party.
d) The spectre played football with the children.

Answer: b) The spectre remained hidden in the shadows.

4. Which idiom means the same as "having no chance"?

a) Chasing shadows
b) Ghost of a chance
c) As easy as pie
d) Better late than never

Answer: b) Ghost of a chance

5. What is the opposite of "spectre"?

a) N/A
b) Truth
c) Animal
d) Number

Answer: b) Truth