Satan

/'seitən/

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Definition

Proper noun:
- The chief spirit of evil and adversary of God in Judeo-Christian and Islamic religions; the tempter of mankind and master of Hell. This is the primary theological concept of a supreme evil being opposed to God.

Usage Examples

Proper noun:
- In the Bible, Satan tempted Jesus in the wilderness.
- Many stories depict Satan as a fallen angel.
- Theologians have debated the nature and power of Satan for centuries.

Advanced Usage

"the Satan": Used with the definite article in some theological contexts to emphasize the title or role ("the Adversary").
- In the Book of Job, the Satan acts as a prosecutor in the heavenly court.
Figurative/Modern Usage: Used metaphorically to represent a person or force of extreme evil, temptation, or rebellion.
- He was called the Satan of the modern art world for his controversial ideas.

Variants and Related Words

Satanic (adj): Pertaining to or characteristic of Satan; profoundly evil or wicked.
- The cult was accused of satanic rituals.
Satanism (n): The worship of Satan or a system of beliefs associated with Satan.
Satanist (n): An adherent of Satanism.

Synonyms

The Devil: The most common synonym.
Lucifer: Often used to refer to Satan in his former role as a beautiful angel before his fall.
Beelzebub: A name for a high-ranking demon or Satan himself.
Mephistopheles: A demon from German folklore, often used as a synonym for a devilish tempter.
The Evil One: A descriptive synonym.
The Prince of Darkness: A poetic or literary title for Satan.

Idioms and Phrases

Sell one's soul to Satan/the devil: To make a morally corrupt agreement for personal gain, often in a figurative sense.
- The corrupt politician was accused of selling his soul to Satan for power.
Between the devil and the deep blue sea: In a difficult situation where both choices are bad. (Note: This idiom uses "devil," a direct synonym for Satan).
Speak of the devil: Said when a person who was just being talked about suddenly appears. (Note: This common idiom uses "devil," a direct synonym for Satan).

Noun

(Judeo-Christian and Islamic religions) chief spirit of evil and adversary of God; tempter of mankind; master of Hell

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