A "duppy" is a word used in Jamaican and Caribbean culture to describe a ghost or spirit of a deceased person. It is a term that has strong cultural significance and is often used in stories and folklore. However, there are also several synonyms that are used to refer to the same thing. Some of these include "jumbie," "hantu," "specter," "phantom," "apparition," "shade," and "wraith." While these words may vary in origin and usage, they all convey the sense of a ghostly or supernatural entity. Regardless of the word used, the concept of a "duppy" or ghost remains an enduring part of Jamaican and Caribbean culture.