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demons

[ˈdiːmənz]

demons Definition

  • 1an evil spirit or devil, especially one thought to possess a person or act as a tormentor in hell
  • 2a forceful or skilful performer of a particular activity or sport

Using demons: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "demons" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The priest performed an exorcism to drive out the demon from the possessed girl.

  • Example

    He was a demon on the tennis court, winning every match with ease.

  • Example

    The demon of jealousy had taken hold of her mind.

demons Synonyms and Antonyms

Phrases with demons

  • personal struggles or psychological issues that cause distress or difficulty in someone's life

    Example

    She has been battling her inner demons for years.

  • to engage in risky or dangerous behavior, especially when aware of the potential consequences

    Example

    He knew that taking drugs was like dancing with the devil, but he did it anyway.

  • to fight with great energy and determination

    Example

    The team fought like demons to win the championship.

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Summary: demons in Brief

The term 'demons' [ˈdiːmənz] refers to evil spirits or devils that possess people or act as tormentors in hell. It can also refer to a forceful or skillful performer in a particular activity or sport, as in 'He was a demon on the tennis court.' Phrases like 'inner demons' describe personal struggles or psychological issues, while 'dance with the devil' means engaging in risky behavior. 'Fight like demons' means to fight with great energy and determination.