noun / verb
devil
DEV-ul/ˈdevl/
An evil supernatural being that causes torment.
The illustration shows a devil with horns and wings.
Etymology
Greek diabolos meant an accuser or slanderer; in Jewish and Christian use it named Satan. English also used the word for subordinate evil spirits, accounting for both meanings of devil.
In context
the devil will not come in my life to wreak havoc in jesus name no devil shall prevail in my life no evil force or principality shall gain a foothold over me
More examples
- In the legend, devils torment anyone who enters the cave.
- That little devil keeps hiding my shoes.
- The children devil their older brother with endless questions.
Forms
devil · devils · deviled · deviling
devilish adjective — Wicked or mischievous like a devil.