Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
the devil
noun
/ðə ˈdɛvəl/
Definition
The devil is often regarded as a supernatural being or force that represents evil and temptation in various religions and belief systems.
Examples
- In many religious texts, the devil is portrayed as the adversary of humanity.
- She believed that the devil was tempting her to make bad choices.
- Some stories depict the devil as a clever trickster.
Meaning
In many cultures, the devil is depicted as a personification of evil that leads humans astray by tempting them to commit sins.
Synonyms
- Lucifer
- Beelzebub
- The Prince of Darkness
- Old Nick
