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lucifer Synonyms

Another word for lucifer

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

(capitalized) In Christian theology and folklore, the archangel cast out of heaven for rebelling against God; Satan or the Devil.

Usage Example

"In John Milton's epic poem 'Paradise Lost', satan is portrayed as a proud and rebellious fallen angel."

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satan
Strong
beelzebub
mephistopheles

• noun (Context 2)

(capitalized, poetic or archaic) The planet Venus when it appears in the eastern sky before sunrise; the morning star.

Usage Example

"Ancient poets often heralded the arrival of morning star in the eastern sky just before dawn."

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morning star
daystar
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phosphor

• noun (Context 3)

(archaic) An early type of friction match tipped with a combustible mixture of potassium chlorate and antimony sulfide.

Usage Example

"The traveler struck a match against the rough sole of his boot to light the lantern."

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match
matchstick

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