diabolic — extremely evil or cruel; having the characteristics of the devil
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: extremely evil or cruel; having the characteristics of the devil
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˌdaɪəˈbɑlɪk/
Example Sentences
- The cat had a diabolic look in its eyes as it knocked the plant off the table.
- His diabolic plan to hide all the TV remotes finally succeeded.
- The dictator's diabolic regime oppressed millions of innocent people.
diabolic
ADJECTIVE[/ˌdaɪəˈbɑlɪk/]
extremely evil or cruel; having the characteristics of the devil
The diabolic sorcerer laughs as dark flames swallow the village square.
The diabolic alcoholic's symbolic downfall!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'diabolicus' and Greek 'diabolos' meaning devil or slanderer. The Greek root literally meant 'to throw across' - referring to throwing accusations or casting blame.
Breakdown
dia- (across/through) + bol- (to throw) + -ic (adjective suffix meaning 'characterized by')
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“The cat had a diabolic look in its eyes as it knocked the plant off the table.”
“His diabolic plan to hide all the TV remotes finally succeeded.”
“The dictator's diabolic regime oppressed millions of innocent people.”
“She devised a diabolic strategy to always win at board games.”
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