Zombic

Pronunciation: /ˈzɑmbɪk/

Definitions of zombic

adjective relating to or characteristic of a zombie; zombie-like

Example Sentences

A1 The movie was so scary, it had zombic creatures that chased the main characters.

A2 The abandoned house had a zombic atmosphere, with creaky doors and eerie shadows.

B1 The virus turned people into zombic beings, with pale skin and vacant eyes.

B2 The scientist studied the zombic behavior of the infected patients in the lab.

C1 The novel explored the psychological effects of living in a zombic world.

C2 The artist's zombic paintings depicted a dystopian future where humanity had been overrun by the undead.

Examples of zombic in a Sentence

formal The scientist conducted research on the zombic behavior of infected individuals.

informal I heard that movie has a lot of zombic creatures in it.

slang I can't believe how zombic that party was last night!

figurative The dull expression on his face made him look almost zombic.

Grammatical Forms of zombic

• past tense: zombified
• plural: zombics
• comparative: more zombic
• superlative: most zombic
• present tense: zombic
• future tense: will be zombic
• perfect tense: have been zombic
• continuous tense: is being zombic
• singular: zombic
• positive degree: zombic
• infinitive: to zombic
• gerund: zombicing
• participle: zombicized

Origin and Evolution of zombic

First Known Use: 1819 year

Language of Origin: Haitian Creole/Kongo

Story behind the word: The word 'zombic' is believed to have originated from the Haitian Creole word 'zonbi' which in turn comes from the Kongo word 'nzambi' meaning 'spirit of a dead person'.

Evolution of the word: The term 'zombic' has evolved from its original meaning of a reanimated corpse in Haitian folklore to also encompass a state of trance-like behavior or mindless obedience in popular culture.