Demon
5 lettersnounUpdated June 2026
Definition
An evil supernatural being, or a forceful or energetic person.
“The legend told of a demon that haunted the mountain pass.”
Pronunciation
IPA
/ˈdiː.mən/
Syllables
de·mon
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