Poltergeist

Definition

A supernatural entity or ghost believed to cause mischief, disorder, and physical disturbances (such as moving objects, making noise, or breaking things) without being visually seen.

Example Usage

The family blamed a poltergeist for the mysterious knocking sounds and flying dishes in their supposedly haunted mansion.

Origin

From German 'Poltergeist,' combining 'poltern' (to make noise or rattle) and 'Geist' (ghost), with the concept gaining prominence in Germanic folklore and 19th-century spiritualist discussions.

Fun Fact

The 1982 film 'Poltergeist' popularized the term in modern pop culture, depicting supernatural disturbances in an American suburban home and influencing how many people conceptualize haunted houses.

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