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hellhound Synonyms
Another word for hellhound
Choosing another word for hellhound depends on context, so the synonyms and similar words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
• noun (Context 1)
A supernatural, demonic dog in mythology, folklore, and fantasy fiction, typically depicted with glowing red eyes, black fur, and a connection to the underworld or the afterlife.
Usage Example
"In Greek mythology, the three-headed Cerberus is the most famous barghest guarding the gates of the underworld."
Strong
barghest
• noun (Context 2)
A fiendish, ruthless, or relentlessly wicked person.
Usage Example
"The dramatist portrayed the tyrannical ruler as a merciless fiend who delighted in the suffering of his subjects."
Strong
fiend
demon
monster
devil
brute
Opposites of hellhound
The opposite of hellhound shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:
angel
saint
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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Hellhound. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/hellhound