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also demonical
as in sinister
of, relating to, or worthy of an evil spirit
the villain in the movie cackled with demonic laughter
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Recent Examples of demonic
Supernatural conjured a variety of demonic baddies across its 15 seasons and 327 episodes (!).
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Declan Gallagher, EW.com, 3 July 2025
Indeed, Riri was in the midst of veritably inhaling sliders, crinkle cut fries and loads of information about the demonic Dormammu when her binge got crashed by the Bloods.
—Matt Webb Mitovich, TVLine, 2 July 2025
Some even believe mental health symptoms are signs of demonic possession.
—Sherri Gordon, Parents, 23 June 2025
Read Next California ‘Feral, almost demonic’ sea creature attacks surfer in California.
—Daniella Segura, Sacbee.com, 18 June 2025
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Declan Gallagher, EW.com, 3 July 2025
Indeed, Riri was in the midst of veritably inhaling sliders, crinkle cut fries and loads of information about the demonic Dormammu when her binge got crashed by the Bloods.
—Matt Webb Mitovich, TVLine, 2 July 2025
Some even believe mental health symptoms are signs of demonic possession.
—Sherri Gordon, Parents, 23 June 2025
Read Next California ‘Feral, almost demonic’ sea creature attacks surfer in California.
—Daniella Segura, Sacbee.com, 18 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for demonic
Adjective
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Before long, his life is plagued by a series of mysterious, sinister incidents that threaten to upend his success and bring about a most violent demise.—
Ryan Lattanzio,
IndieWire,
1 July 2025
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He’s then forced to compete in a sinister game of hide-and-seek, where even more players are eliminated.—
Monica Mercuri,
Forbes.com,
28 June 2025
Adjective
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Other highlights of the museum include Ouija boards, Voodoo dolls, objects used in satanic rituals, a coffin that a 17-year-old boy allegedly slept in before stalking women at night and artifacts from a plane that crashed into the Florida Everglades, according to Courant archives.—
Pamela McLoughlin,
Hartford Courant,
15 July 2025
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Later they were joined by other groups…more satanic than they.—
Dr. Robert G. Rabil,
Sun Sentinel,
23 June 2025
Adjective
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From the twins and their parents to evil fiancées and housekeepers, the characters have gained a cult following since their release, with some fans using them as inspiration for their outfits, summer mood boards, and interior design.—
Claire Hoppe Norgaard,
Better Homes & Gardens,
15 July 2025
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Historically, antisemitic conspiracy theories have revolved around the idea that a shadowy and evil Jewish elite secretly controls the world, and ritualistic child abuse is a common trope within them.—
Shane Croucher,
MSNBC Newsweek,
14 July 2025
Adjective
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Of course, the previews reveal that Justin's ex, Susie, is headed to Paradise, which is diabolical.—
EW.com,
EW.com,
8 July 2025
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Follow the delightfully diabolical writer of this newsletter on social media @jimreineking.—
Jim Reineking,
USA Today,
17 June 2025
Adjective
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Deepfakes have been growing more sophisticated in recent years, in addition to being increasingly deployed for malicious purposes.—
Shannon Bond,
NPR,
10 July 2025
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The best way to safeguard yourself from malicious links that install malware, potentially accessing your private information, is to have antivirus software installed on all your devices.—
Kurt Knutsson,
FOXNews.com,
10 July 2025
Adjective
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The same substantive deficits afflict Louise-Parker, too, whose bright eyes and brusque wit are wasted in a role that’s villainous potential exists only in exposition.—
Ben Travers,
IndieWire,
13 July 2025
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Becky Lynch is far too likable to be a heel, and her villainous promos have seemed forced.—
Alfred Konuwa,
Forbes.com,
13 July 2025
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“Demonic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/demonic. Accessed 24 Jul. 2025.
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