lycanthropes

[US]/[ˈlaɪkənθrəʊp]/
[UK]/[ˈlaɪkənθrəʊp]/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n.Individuals afflicted with the delusion or hallucination that they are wolves, or other animals.; People who are believed to transform into wolves, especially during a full moon (in folklore).

Phrases & Collocations

lycanthrope stories

hunting lycanthropes

becoming lycanthropes

ancient lycanthropes

fear lycanthropes

lycanthrope curse

were lycanthropes

studying lycanthropes

powerful lycanthropes

lycanthrope legends

Example Sentences

the villagers whispered tales of lycanthropes lurking in the nearby woods.

many horror films feature terrifying scenes involving lycanthropes.

researchers are studying the psychological profiles of individuals claiming to be lycanthropes.

the ancient legends spoke of powerful curses transforming people into lycanthropes.

he dismissed the stories about lycanthropes as mere folklore.

the full moon is often associated with the transformation of lycanthropes.

the detective investigated reports of strange behavior potentially linked to lycanthropes.

the book explored the mythology and folklore surrounding lycanthropes in various cultures.

despite scientific skepticism, some people still believe in the existence of lycanthropes.

the werewolf, a classic lycanthrope, has been a staple of horror stories for centuries.

the protagonist faced a terrifying confrontation with a pack of savage lycanthropes.

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