Definitions
- Describing an evil or malevolent act that is cunning and calculated. - Referring to a person or entity that is devilish or demonic in nature. - Talking about a situation or event that is marked by extreme cruelty or malice.
- Describing an immoral or unethical act that is deliberately harmful or malicious. - Referring to a person or entity that is evil or sinful in nature. - Talking about a situation or event that is marked by depravity or corruption.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words describe evil or immoral behavior.
- 2Both words can be used to describe people, actions, or situations.
- 3Both words have negative connotations.
- 4Both words are associated with sin or wrongdoing.
- 5Both words suggest a deliberate and intentional act.
What is the difference?
- 1Intensity: Diabolicalness suggests a higher degree of evil or malevolence than wickedness.
- 2Cunning: Diabolicalness implies a level of intelligence or cleverness in carrying out evil acts, while wickedness may not necessarily involve such planning or strategy.
- 3Usage: Wickedness is a more commonly used word than diabolicalness in everyday language.
- 4Formality: Diabolicalness is a more formal word than wickedness and may be more appropriate in academic or literary contexts.
Remember this!
Diabolicalness and wickedness are synonyms that describe evil or immoral behavior. However, diabolicalness suggests a higher degree of evil or malevolence, often with a supernatural or religious connotation. On the other hand, wickedness is a more secular term that describes immoral or unethical behavior without the same level of cunning or intelligence implied by diabolicalness.
