Fiend: meaning, definitions and examples
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fiend
[ fiːnd ]
evil
A fiend is an evil and wicked person, often associated with causing harm or mischief.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- He was known as a fiend who terrorized the town.
- The fiend plotted to steal the treasure from the castle.
enthusiast
A fiend can also refer to a person who is extremely enthusiastic or obsessed about something.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- She is a coffee fiend, always looking for the best beans.
- He's a fitness fiend, never missing a day at the gym.
Translations
Translations of the word "fiend" in other languages:
🇵🇹 inimigo
🇮🇳 दुश्मन
🇩🇪 Feind
🇮🇩 musuh
🇺🇦 ворог
🇵🇱 wróg
🇯🇵 敵 (てき)
🇫🇷 ennemi
🇪🇸 enemigo
🇹🇷 düşman
🇰🇷 적
🇸🇦 عدو
🇨🇿 nepřítel
🇸🇰 nepriateľ
🇨🇳 敌人 (dírén)
🇸🇮 sovražnik
🇮🇸 óvinur
🇰🇿 жау
🇬🇪 მტერი
🇦🇿 düşmən
🇲🇽 enemigo
Word origin
The word 'fiend' originated from the Old English 'fēond', which means enemy or foe. Over time, it evolved to refer to a wicked or evil person. The term has been used in literature and folklore to depict malevolent characters. In modern usage, 'fiend' can also describe someone with an intense passion or enthusiasm for a particular activity or interest.
See also: fiendish.