hellcat
3 synonyms for hellcat, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A fierce, spiteful, or violently bad-tempered person, historically used especially of women.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Etymology
A compound of "hell" and "cat," originally used of a supposedly demonic or witch-like cat, later of a fiery-tempered person.
Full origin of hellcat →Frequently asked questions
What does “hellcat” mean?
The word “hellcat” means a fierce, spiteful, or violently bad-tempered person, historically used especially of women. In plain terms, someone with a nasty, violent temper.
How do you pronounce “hellcat”?
“Hellcat” is pronounced HEHL-kat (/ˈhɛlˌkæt/ in IPA).
How do you use “hellcat” in a sentence?
Here is “hellcat” used in a sentence: “Nobody wanted to argue with her — she was a real hellcat when provoked.”
What part of speech is “hellcat”?
“Hellcat” is a noun.
