What does ZOMBI mean?

zombi

1. Parts of Speech: Noun

2. Definitions:

  1. A person who is or appears lifeless, apathetic, or completely unresponsive to their surroundings.
  2. A reanimated corpse brought back to life by supernatural means, typically in Haitian folklore.

3. Pronunciations:

  • US: /ˈzɑmbi/
  • UK: /ˈzɒmbi/

4. Origin and Usage:

The word "zombi" originated from Haitian Creole, where it was used to describe a reanimated corpse. It was later adopted into English and has since been used to refer to a person who appears lifeless or unresponsive. The word has also been used in popular culture, particularly in horror movies and video games.

5. Synonyms:

  • Undead
  • Cadaver
  • Corpse
  • Zombie

6. Related Words:

  • Ghost
  • Ghoul
  • Spect
  • Wight
  • Phant

7. Example Sentences:

  • She stared at the wall, her expression blank and zombi-like.
  • The villagers believed that the voodoo priest had the power to turn people into zombis.


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