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ghoul
This term evokes a visceral sense of decay and predation. In its folkloric sense, it describes a scavenger of the dead, blending the concepts of a zombie and a demon to create an image of grave-robbing hunger and supernatural malice.
When applied to humans, the word functions as a harsh pejorative. It describes individuals who derive a perverse pleasure from tragedy or death, such as paparazzi or onlookers at a crime scene, suggesting a predatory nature that feeds on the misery of others.
Meanings
Examples
The ancient legends speak of a ghoul that haunts the ruins of the cemetery.
Stay away from the crypt or you might encounter a hungry ghoul.
I can almost hear the scratching of a ghoul beneath the soil.
Look at those paparazzi circling the crash site like ghouls.
He is a total ghoul who loves reading about gruesome accidents.
Stop being such a ghoul and show some respect for the deceased.
The detective noted that only a ghoul would find such a scene fascinating.
A pale ghoul emerged from the shadows to claim its prize.