devil
|dev/il|
B2
/ˈdɛvəl/
evil spirit
Etymology
Etymology Information
'devil' originates from Old English, specifically the word 'deofol,' which was derived from Latin 'diabolus,' meaning 'slanderer' or 'accuser.'
Historical Evolution
'deofol' transformed into the Middle English word 'devel,' and eventually became the modern English word 'devil.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'slanderer' or 'accuser,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a supernatural being of evil.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a supernatural being, often represented as the embodiment of evil and enemy of God.
The devil is often depicted with horns and a tail.
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Noun 2
a person who is mischievous or wicked.
He's a little devil, always getting into trouble.
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