διάβολος — meaning in English

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

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

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