wraith
ghost / spirit / apparition / wispy form
Noun
pl: wraiths
This term evokes a sense of ethereal fragility and haunting stillness. It differs from a general ghost by suggesting a more translucent, wispy, or spectral quality, often associated with a lingering sorrow or a premonition of doom. When used to describe physical phenomena like smoke or mist, it emphasizes the fleeting and delicate nature of the form, mirroring the elusive quality of a spirit.
Meanings
Noun
A ghost or spirit of a dead person, often seen as an omen of death or a lingering presence.
"The old legend tells of a pale wraith that haunts the castle ruins at midnight."