Synonyms for Devil
Definition of devil
noun
- (Judeo-Christian and Islamic religions) chief spirit of evil and adversary of God; tempter of mankind; master of Hell
- an evil supernatural being
- a word used in exclamations of confusion; "what the devil"; "the deuce with it"; "the dickens you say"
20 synonyms found
Writing tips for "devil"
Choosing the right synonym depends on context, tone, and audience. Words like annoy, bother, daemon can replace "devil" depending on the shade of meaning you need. In poetry and songwriting, swapping synonyms lets you match a rhyme scheme or meter without changing your meaning. In prose, varying your word choice avoids repetition and keeps readers engaged.
With 20 alternatives available, "devil" gives you flexibility across registers — from formal to casual, from literary to conversational. Try pairing these synonyms with our rhyme finder to discover words that both mean and sound like what you need.
"Devil" in song lyrics
See how devil is used in real songs:
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"You wanna live in the palm of the devil"
2Mex f/ Sick Jacken (Psycho Realm), Xololanxinco — Doctors, Drums and Danger -
"Face up, step to a devil"
3rd Bass — Triple Stage Darkness -
"Folks wiggin, whinin annoyin Def Jam reject devil"
3rd Bass — Sons of 3rd Bass