Synonyms for
Devil
Definition
A spirit of evil often represented in Christian belief as the ruler of hell.
Synonyms & similar words
daemon
nark
satan
monster
vex
hellion
heller
nettle
bother
annoy
demon
deuce
chafe
rag
daimon
irritate
rile
fiend
gravel
ogre
beelzebub
lucifer
dickens
demon
fiend
satan
Lucifer
Beelzebub
Mephistopheles
hellion
monster
ogre
hellhound
wickedness
malevolence
sinfulness
corruption
vice
wrongdoing
immorality
depravity
iniquity
Synonyms by register
Antonyms
Common collocations
- the devil himself
- speak of the devil
- play the devil
- devil's advocate
- a devil of a time
- like the devil
- devil worship
Word family
Usage note
The word 'devil' can refer to a supernatural evil being or be used informally to describe a mischievous or wicked person. Be mindful of the strong negative connotations when using it.
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Example sentences
- The devil made me do it.
- Don't be a devil and steal from others.
- I don't believe in the devil.
- The devil is often depicted as having horns and a tail.
- The devil is a symbol of evil in many religions.
Quotes
Speak of the devil and he shall appear.
The devil is in the details.
The devil can cite Scripture for his purpose.