Satan
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About Our Definitions: All forms of a word (noun, verb, etc.) are now displayed on one page.Sa·tan
noun \ˈsā-tən\Definition of SATAN
1
: the angel who in Jewish belief is commanded by God to tempt humans to sin, to accuse the sinners, and to carry out God's punishment
2
: the rebellious angel who in Christian belief is the adversary of God and lord of evil
See Examples of SATAN
- <some people believe that Satan can successfully tempt almost anyone with lies and flattery>
Origin of SATAN
Middle English, from Old English, from Late Latin, from Greek, from Hebrew śāṭān adversary
First Known Use: before 12th century
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