satanism

noun

sa·​tan·​ism ˈsā-tə-ˌni-zəm How to pronounce satanism (audio)
often capitalized
1
: innate wickedness
2
: obsession with or affinity for evil
specifically : worship of Satan marked by the travesty of Christian rites
satanist noun often capitalized

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With townspeople convinced that the athlete was sucked up by the waves of satanism spreading across the country, a group of outcasts in a band named Dethkrunch decides to lean into the panic, turning the members into targets themselves. Brian Tallerico, Vulture, 23 Oct. 2024 Meanwhile, Ben’s found a former member of the troupe who made a video accusing the group of recruiting her for satanism. Kimberly Roots, TVLine, 27 June 2024 She has been repeatedly accused in public meetings and on social media of engaging in both satanism and witchcraft. Calmatters, The Mercury News, 25 June 2024 Images that show 'satanism in public schools' are digital creations Though the woman was correct in noting the chain celebrated the Mercury retrograde in 2022 by offering free tarot card readings, there's no evidence McDonald's ever sold any demonic merchandise. Hannah Hudnall, USA TODAY, 10 Apr. 2024 See all Example Sentences for satanism 

Word History

First Known Use

1565, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of satanism was in 1565

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“Satanism.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/satanism. Accessed 12 Dec. 2024.

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