A spectre is a representation of something supernatural or frightening, usually imaginary. Compare with "phantom", "haunt ". The term usually refers to a ghost, or sometimes to another kind of spiritual being or sprite.

For the organization from Ian Fleming's James Bond novels, see S.P.E.C.T.R.E..

For the illbient and trip hop artist, see Spectre (music).

For the comic book character from DC Comics, see Spectre (comics).

For the Belgian record company, see Spectre Records .

For the Blue Öyster Cult album Spectres, see Spectres (album)

For the American gunship, see AC-130 gunship

The Spectre Gunship is a gunship from the video game .

Arlen Specter is a U.S. politician.

See also spectrum.