Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
the-fiend
Noun
/ði fiːnd/
Definition
A malevolent spirit or demon; often associated with evil or malice.
Examples
- In literature, the fiend was portrayed as a cunning adversary who thrived on chaos.
- She believed that love could conquer even the darkest of fiends.
Meaning
The term ‘the-fiend’ typically refers to a creature or entity that embodies wickedness. It can also describe a person who behaves in a cruel or treacherous manner.
Synonyms
- demon
- devil
- malefactor
- villain