Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
faustian
adjective
/ˈfɔːst.i.ən/
Definition
Relating to or resembling the qualities of Faust, particularly in reference to ambition, desire for knowledge, or making a pact with the devil.
Examples
- His faustian quest for power led him to betray his closest friends.
- Many consider her decision to turn to unethical practices for success as a faustian bargain.
Meaning
The term describes a situation where a person seeks unlimited knowledge or power, often at great personal cost or moral compromise.
Synonyms
- devilish
- diabolical
- ambitious
