Synonyms of demon

20 similar words

Another word for demon is devil. Other synonyms of demon are goblin, imp, fiend, ghoul and daeva.

Synonyms and similar words for demon

tutelary deityA deity, usually minor, serving as a tutelary (guardian or supporter) for a place, person, group, or activity.
barghest
bogie
bogeyman
boggard
bogle
cacodemon
daevaA supernatural entity of disagreeable nature, usually considered as a demon.
devilAn evil creature, the objectification of a hostile and destructive force.
evil genius
fiendA devil or demon; a malignant or diabolical being; an evil spirit.
flibbertigibbet
ghoulA demon said to feed on corpses.
goblinTraditionally, a supernatural being of folklore, typically small and grotesque or misshapen, that commonly haunts dark...
impA small, mischievous sprite or a malevolent supernatural creature, somewhat comparable to a demon but smaller and less...
kobold
nisA nix; a hobgoblin, especially one that resides in a farm house.
spook
troll

noun An evil being resident in or working for Hell; a devil.
noun A false god or idol; a Satanic divinity.
noun A very wicked or malevolent person; also (in weakened sense) a mischievous person, especially a child.

What is another word for demon?: Demon has 20 synonyms on Word.ws, such as devil, goblin, imp, fiend, ghoul, daeva and nis.
What does demon mean?: Demon means an evil being resident in or working for Hell; a devil.

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Last updated: 2026-09-02

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