satanic


sa·tan·ic

adj \sə-ˈta-nik, sā-\

Definition of SATANIC

1
: of, relating to, or characteristic of Satan or satanism <satanic pride> <satanic rites>
2
: characterized by extreme cruelty or viciousness
sa·tan·i·cal·ly \-ni-k(ə-)lē\ adverb

Examples of SATANIC

  1. <the cat's eyes reflected a satanic red in the dark>

First Known Use of SATANIC

1667

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