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Διάβολος — meaning in English

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English meaning

devil noun In Christian and Jewish tradition, the supreme evil spirit; Satan.

Senses

Διάβολος is used for these senses in English:

devil The bad part of the conscience; the opposite to the angel.
devil A wicked or naughty person, or one who harbors reckless, spirited energy, especially in a mischievous way; usually said of a young child.
devil (theology) The chief devil; Satan.

devil — full definition

noun In Christian and Jewish tradition, the supreme evil spirit; Satan.
noun A wicked, cruel, or mischievous person (also used affectionately, especially of a child).
verb To season food heavily with spices, especially mustard or pepper.
verb To work for a barrister or writer without pay or credit, usually to gain experience.

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

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