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devil

1 of 2noun
/ˈdɛvəl/
Forms:devils
1

the spirit that opposes God and tempts people to do wrong

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  • In many religions, the devil is considered the embodiment of evil and temptation.
  • The villagers believed that the old, abandoned house was haunted by the devil.
  • The story depicted a hero who made a pact with the devil to gain power.
  • Some cultures have festivals where they symbolically chase away the devil to bring good fortune.
Synonyms:
the TempterSatanBeelzebubOld NickLuciferPrince of Darkness
2

a malevolent spirit or entity believed to harm or deceive humans

Synonyms:
daimondaemondemonfiend
3

a word used in exclamations of surprise, frustration, or confusion

Synonyms:
deucedickens
4

a mischievous person, often a young man

Synonyms:
hellerhellion
5

a person who behaves with extreme cruelty, malice, or disregard for others

Synonyms:
monsterdemonogrefiend