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ignis fatuus

The phrase “ignis fatuus” has 5 syllables: ig-nis fa-tu-us.

It's pronounced as /ˈɪɡ.nɪs fəˈtuː.əs/.

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In the thesaurus, “ignis fatuus” has 9 synonyms and 2 antonyms.

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Synonyms for ignis fatuus

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Meanings of ignis fatuus

  • noun
    1. A will o' the wisp.
    2. A delusion, a false hope.

Example Sentences

  • The eerie glow of the ignis fatuus led travelers astray in the darkness.
  • In folklore, the ignis fatuus is said to be a mischievous spirit luring wanderers off their path.
  • The phenomenon of ignis fatuus has been the subject of myths and legends for centuries.
  • Many believed the flickering light of the ignis fatuus to be a portent of misfortune.
  • Explorers of the marshlands often encountered the mysterious dance of the ignis fatuus on foggy nights.

On this page you'll find 11 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to ignis fatuus, such as: chimera, daydream, delusion, fact, fantasm, illusion, mirage.

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