Definition

1. Noun:
   • A person who worships devils: A "devil worshiper" is someone who engages in the religious or ritualistic veneration of devils or demonic entities. This term is often used in the context of certain religious or occult practices that are perceived as contrary to mainstream beliefs.

Usage Examples

• Noun:
  • The medieval text described the heretic as a devil worshiper.
  • Accusations of being a devil worshiper were often used to persecute minority groups.

Advanced Usage

• Cultural and Historical Context: The term "devil worshiper" is frequently used in polemical or accusatory contexts, particularly in religious discourse, to label individuals or groups whose beliefs are considered heretical or antithetical to a dominant faith. It is important to note that groups so labeled may not self-identify with this term.
  • The cult was falsely accused of being devil worshipers by the local community.

Variants and Related Words

• Devil worship (n): The practice or system of worshiping devils.
  • The book explores the history of alleged devil worship.
• Satanist (n): A more specific term for an adherent of Satanism, which may or may not involve the literal worship of a devil figure. This is a related but distinct concept.
  • Some modern Satanists are atheists and do not literally worship a devil.

Synonyms

• Diabolist: A person who is devoted to or studies the devil.
• Demonolater: A person who worships demons.

Notes on Meaning

• The term "devil worshiper" carries strong negative connotations and is often used pejoratively. In academic or neutral discourse, more specific terms like "Satanist" or descriptions of the actual beliefs (e.g., "adherent of LaVeyan Satanism") are typically preferred for accuracy.

Noun

1. someone who worships devils