Satanic: meaning, definitions and examples
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satanic
[ səˈtænɪk ]
religion
Relating to or characteristic of Satan or satanism.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- The cult performed satanic rituals in the abandoned church.
- She was accused of being involved in satanic worship.
Translations
Translations of the word "satanic" in other languages:
🇵🇹 satânico
🇮🇳 शैतानी
🇩🇪 satanisch
🇮🇩 setan
🇺🇦 сатанинський
🇵🇱 satanistyczny
🇯🇵 サタニック
🇫🇷 satanique
🇪🇸 satánico
🇹🇷 şeytani
🇰🇷 사탄의
🇸🇦 شيطاني
🇨🇿 satanistický
🇸🇰 satanistický
🇨🇳 撒旦的
🇸🇮 satanistični
🇮🇸 satanískur
🇰🇿 шайтандық
🇬🇪 სატანური
🇦🇿 şeytanı
🇲🇽 satánico
Word origin
The word 'satanic' is derived from the name Satan, which originates from Hebrew הַשָּׂטָן (ha-Satan), meaning 'the accuser' or 'the adversary'. In Christian and Islamic beliefs, Satan is often viewed as a symbol of evil and temptation. The concept of Satanism as a religious practice emerged in the 20th century, with various groups adopting different beliefs and practices. The adjective 'satanic' is commonly used to describe anything related to Satan or perceived as evil or wicked.