Satanist
1 synonym for Satanist, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A follower of Satanism — either someone who worships Satan, or someone who follows a philosophy (such as LaVeyan Satanism) that uses Satan as a symbol of individualism rather than a literal deity.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
diabolist
Etymology
Formed from "Satan" plus the suffix "-ist," on the pattern of words like "Buddhist" or "Marxist."
Full origin of Satanist →Frequently asked questions
What does “Satanist” mean?
The word “Satanist” means a follower of Satanism — either someone who worships Satan, or someone who follows a philosophy (such as LaVeyan Satanism) that uses Satan as a symbol of individualism rather than a literal deity. In plain terms, someone who identifies with Satanism, whether as literal worship or as a symbolic philosophy.
How do you use “Satanist” in a sentence?
Here is “Satanist” used in a sentence: “The documentary interviewed a satanist who insisted the religion has nothing to do with devil worship in the horror-movie sense.”
What part of speech is “Satanist”?
“Satanist” is a noun.
