Definitions
- Referring to rituals or practices related to demons or evil spirits. - Describing something that is believed to be influenced or controlled by demons. - Talking about a person who is possessed by a demon or under demonic influence.
- Describing something that is related to or characteristic of demons or evil spirits. - Referring to a person or behavior that is considered evil or malevolent. - Talking about a situation or event that is believed to be influenced by demonic forces.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words are related to demons or evil spirits.
- 2Both words can describe a person, behavior, or situation.
- 3Both words have negative connotations.
- 4Both words are used in the context of religion, mythology, or horror.
What is the difference?
- 1Usage: Demonial is less common and more specific than demonic, which has a wider range of uses.
- 2Meaning: Demonial refers to rituals, practices, or possessions related to demons, while demonic can refer to anything related to demons or evil spirits.
- 3Connotation: Demonial has a more archaic and formal tone, while demonic is more commonly used and has a stronger negative connotation.
- 4Association: Demonial is associated with Catholic exorcism and demonology, while demonic is associated with horror movies and popular culture.
Remember this!
Demonial and demonic are synonyms that both relate to demons or evil spirits. However, demonial is less common and more specific, referring to rituals, practices, or possessions related to demons. On the other hand, demonic is more commonly used and has a wider range of meanings, including anything related to demons or evil spirits.
