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Meaning of fiend
A fiend is a wicked or evil person, or a supernatural being, typically depicted as a demon or devil.
Etymology of fiend
The word "fiend" originates from Old English "fīend", which is derived from the Proto-Germanic word "fijand-", meaning "enemy" or "hater"
This Proto-Germanic word is also related to the Proto-Indo-European root "pey-", which carried a sense of hostility or enmity
Historically, the term "fiend" was used to describe both human and supernatural enemies, and its meaning has evolved over time to encompass a range of connotations, from wickedness to malevolence
Synonyms
monster
demon
devil
beast
brute
savage
barbarian
villain
scoundrel
rogue
rascal
knave
varlet
wretch
creature
animal
ogre
troll
goblin
imp
demoniac
hellion
Lucifer
Satan
Mephistopheles
archfiend
antagonist
adversary
enemy
foe
nemesis
bane
curse
plague
pest
nuisance
tormentor
harasser
persecutor
oppressor
tyrant
despot
autocrat
dictator
Definitions
- A person who is regarded as wicked or evil, typically because they have committed atrocities or cruel acts
- * An unkind or hostile person, especially one who is perceived as a source of trouble or annoyance
- * In mythology and folklore, a supernatural being, typically depicted as a demon or devil, that is often associated with evil or malevolence
Usage Examples
- The serial killer was regarded as a fiend by the community, and his crimes were seen as utterly heinous
- * In the fantasy novel, the dark lord was depicted as a fiend, wielding dark magic and terrorizing the land
- * The politician's opponent was portrayed as a fiend by the media, accused of spreading lies and misinformation
Antonyms
angel
saint
hero
benefactor
altruist
philanthropist
humanitarian
friend
ally
companion
buddy
pal
mate
champion
supporter
advocate
defender
protector
guardian
savior
rescuer
liberator
beneficent
kind
gentle
benevolent
compassionate
sympathetic
empathetic