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de·mon·ic
 demonic
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- pronunciation:
- dih
ma
nihk
- features:
- Word Combinations (adjective)
| part of speech: |
adjective |
| definition 1: |
relating to or suggestive of a demon; demoniac.
The murder suspect fixed the inspector with a demonic stare.The dictator's demonic whims cost countless people their lives.- antonyms:
- angelic
- similar words:
- diabolic, diabolical
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| definition 2: |
motivated or inspired by a demon or other spiritual force.
She spoke with demonic fervor.- similar words:
- diabolic, diabolical
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| related words: |
satanic, supernatural |
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| derivations: |
demonical (adj.), demonically (adv.) |
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