succubi
Definition
- Noun (plural of ):
- Mythological female demon: "succubi" refers to female demons or supernatural entities in folklore and mythology, believed to appear in dreams to seduce men, often for sexual intercourse, and to drain their life force or energy. The singular form is succubus.
Usage Examples
Advanced Usage
"Succubi and incubi": A paired phrase in demonology, where incubi are male demons that seduce women.
- The text explores the symbolic roles of succubi and incubi in cultural nightmares. (It examines both female and male seduction demons.)
"Modern succubi": A metaphorical use, describing seductive or manipulative people (often women) in contemporary contexts.
- In the novel, the protagonist is a modern succubi, using charm to achieve her goals. (She behaves like a supernatural seducer.)
Variants and Related Words
Succubus (n, singular): one female demon.
- The succubus appeared in his dream last night. (A single entity.)
Succubine (adj): relating to or resembling a succubus.
- Her succubine allure was both terrifying and irresistible. (Her seductive, demonic quality.)
Incubus (n): male counterpart of a succubus.
- Incubi are often described as heavy, oppressive presences. (Male seduction demons.)
Synonyms
- Seductress: a woman who entices or leads someone astray (non-mythological).
- Demoness: a female demon, often with malevolent intent.
- Lilith: a specific figure in Jewish mythology sometimes associated with succubi.
Related Idioms
"To be visited by a succubus": to experience a nightmare or sexual dream involving a demon.
- He claimed to be visited by a succubus every full moon. (He reported demonic dreams.)
"Succubus-like": describing someone who is excessively seductive or draining.
- Her succubus-like behavior exhausted everyone around her. (Her manipulative charm drained others emotionally.)