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demon Synonyms

Another word for demon

Choosing another word for demon depends on context, so the 19 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 3 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• noun (Context 1)

An evil, malevolent supernatural spirit or devil, traditionally depicted in religion, folklore, and mythology as a tormentor of humans and an inhabitant of hell.

Usage Example

"Ancient folktales often blamed sudden illnesses on the work of an unseen devil."

Strongest
devil
fiend
evil spirit
Strong
imp
cacodemon
Weak
succubus
incubus

• noun (Context 2)

A persistent, tormenting inner struggle, destructive habit, or source of deep emotional anxiety (usually used in the plural).

Usage Example

"Throughout his memoir, the author candidly confronts the personal demons that nearly derailed his career."

Strong
torment
monkey on one's back
affliction
besetting sin
Weak
bête noire
bugbear

• noun (Context 3)

A person who acts with extraordinary energy, fierce determination, or remarkable skill in a specified activity.

Usage Example

"She is an absolute dynamo for work when a major publication deadline is approaching."

Strong
dynamo
powerhouse
fiend
whiz
wizard
ace
fanatic

Opposites of demon

The opposite of demon shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:

angel
slacker
guardian angel
idler
seraph
cherub
blessing
solace
See all opposites of demon

• Nearby Words

demolisher
demolishment
demolition
demon
demoness
demonetize
demonic

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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Demon. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/demon
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