Synonyms for
Devils
Definition
Devils is a plural noun which refers to evil spirits or beings.
Synonyms & similar words
monster
daemon
daimon
vex
irritate
lucifer
nettle
ogre
devil
heller
annoy
chafe
nark
rile
bother
satan
rag
fiend
hellion
beelzebub
gravel
demon
deuce
dickens
demons
imps
fiends
satan
hellion
Lucifer
Beelzebub
Mephistopheles
Belial
Asmodeus
Baphomet
Azazel
Abaddon
Diablo
Moloch
Leviathan
Aamon
Astaroth
Valefar
Aamon
Synonyms by register
Formal
Informal
Literary
Antonyms
Common collocations
- devil's advocate
- speak of the devil
- the devil made me do it
- devil in disguise
- devil's own work
- devil's bargain
- hell and the devil
Word family
Usage note
The word 'devils' primarily refers to evil supernatural beings, but can also be used informally to describe mischievous or troublesome people, especially children. Be mindful of the strong negative connotations when using it.
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Example sentences
- The devils were dancing around the fire.
- My little brother thinks the devils live under his bed.
- The devils were whispering in my ear to do bad things.
- The devils were trying to tempt me with their offers.
- The devils were possessing the poor man's body.
Quotes
The devil can cite Scripture for his purpose.
The devil is in the details.
The devil's voice is sweet to hear.