daimon

Estimated CEFR level: C2 — Proficiency

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Definition

  1. noun an evil supernatural being

Etymology

A modern romanization of Ancient Greek δαίμων (daímōn, “the one who divides, dispenser, tutelary deity”), intended to distinguish its ancient Greek sense from later conceptions of demons. Compare Ancient Greek Λᾰκεδαίμων (Lăkedaímōn, “Laconian dispenser”).

In classic literature

Synonyms

devil, fiend, demon, daemon

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