demonology
1 synonym and 1 antonym for demonology, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — The study of demons, including the lore and rituals said to summon and control them.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
demonlore
Antonyms
How to use demonology
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
study of demonology
medieval demonology
demonology and folklore
It is a formal, academic term rather than everyday vocabulary.
Etymology
Demonology combines demono-, relating to demons, with the suffix -logy, meaning the study of something.
Full origin of demonology →Frequently asked questions
What is demonology?
It is the study of demons, including the lore and rituals said to summon or control them.
Is demonology the same as demon worship?
No, it is the study and classification of demons rather than worship of them.
What is the opposite of demonology?
Angelology, the study of angels, is generally treated as its counterpart.
