fiend
7 synonyms for fiend, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — An evil or demonic being; by extension, a cruel or wicked person.
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use fiend
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
a fiend for punishment
evil fiend
Etymology
From Old English feond, "enemy" — originally just meaning a hated foe before it narrowed to mean a devil or demon.
Full origin of fiend →Frequently asked questions
What does “fiend” mean?
The word “fiend” means an evil or demonic being; by extension, a cruel or wicked person. In plain terms, a devilish, wicked being — or, casually, someone with an unstoppable craving for something.
How do you pronounce “fiend”?
“Fiend” is pronounced FEEND (/ˈfiːnd/ in IPA).
How do you use “fiend” in a sentence?
Here is “fiend” used in a sentence: “The villagers spoke of the creature as a fiend from the darkest legends.”
What part of speech is “fiend”?
“Fiend” is a noun.
Where does the word “fiend” come from?
The word “fiend” comes from Old English. From Old English feond, "enemy" — originally just meaning a hated foe before it narrowed to mean a devil or demon.
How many meanings does “fiend” have?
“Fiend” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: an evil or demonic being; by extension, a cruel or wicked person.
