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demon
The word carries a heavy weight of malevolence and spiritual dread, evoking images of horns, fire, and a deliberate desire to corrupt human morality. It is frequently used in religious or occult contexts to describe an external entity that exerts a negative influence over a person's will. In modern psychological parlance, the term shifts from the supernatural to the internal. It describes the haunting nature of trauma, addiction, or guilt, framing these struggles as predatory forces that the individual must battle to achieve peace.
Countable when referring to individual supernatural entities or specific personal psychological struggles.
Meanings
An evil spirit or supernatural being believed to cause harm or temptation.
"The protagonist believed a demon had possessed his house."
A person who is extremely skilled or obsessed with a particular activity.
"He was a demon on the dance floor."
A persistent, distressing thought or a psychological struggle.
"She spent years fighting her inner demons."