Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
diablerie
noun
/ˌdiːəˈbləri/
Definition
Diablerie refers to the practice of engaging with devils or evil spirits, often associated with witchcraft and sorcery.
Examples
- The village was rumored to be a site of diablerie, where witches gathered under the moonlight.
- In literature, diablerie often manifests as characters who make pacts with demons for power.
- The festival celebrated the folklore of diablerie, captivating the audience with tales of ancient sorcery.
Meaning
The term conveys a sense of wickedness or malevolent behavior, particularly activities that are seen as enchanting or supernatural in a dark sense.
Synonyms
- witchcraft
- sorcery
- black magic
- necromancy
- maleficium
