devil

/dˈɛvə‍l/

/ˈdɛvəɫ/

[noun] [verb]

Devil

[NOUN]

the spirit that is the adversary of God and tempts mankind to do wrong deeds

synonyms : Beelzebub

an evil supernatural being

synonyms : daemon

daimon

demon

fiend

a word used in exclamations of confusion

synonyms : deuce

dickens

a rowdy or mischievous person (usually a young man)

synonyms : heller

hellion

a cruel wicked and inhuman person

synonyms : demon

to devil

MAIN VERB

cause annoyance in; disturb, especially by minor irritations

synonyms : annoy

coat or stuff with a spicy paste

Examples

1. As the saying goes, new levels, new devils.

2. The devil is not so black as he is painted.

3. The devil is not as black as he is painted.

4. Never bid the devil good morrow until you actually meet him.

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