Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

succuba

Noun

/ˈsək.jʊ.bə/

Definition

A female demon or supernatural entity believed to engage in sexual activity with sleeping men.

Examples

In the tales of medieval times, many men claimed to have been visited by a succuba during their dreams.
The artist’s painting depicted a beautiful succuba luring a knight into temptation.
Throughout history, succubi have been portrayed in literature as symbols of forbidden desires.

Meaning

The term ‘succuba’ originates from folklore and mythology, representing a female counterpart to the male incubus. Succubi are often depicted as seductive and alluring figures.