cacodemons
/ˈkækəˌdɛmənz/
NOUN
1. Evil or malevolent spirits
Supernatural beings believed to be evil, harmful, or malevolent, commonly described as demons or wicked spirits.
1.1. Malevolent supernatural beings
Evil spirits or demonic entities believed to possess harmful powers or intentions, appearing in mythology, folklore, and supernatural traditions.
Synonyms
Antonyms
- angels
- good spirits
- benevolent spirits
Examples
- Ancient legends described cacodemons as malevolent spirits that tormented human beings.
- The villagers believed that cacodemons inhabited the abandoned ruins.
- The old manuscript contained instructions for protecting oneself against cacodemons.
Related Words
1.2. Evil spirits in mythology and folklore
Malevolent supernatural creatures described in traditional stories and religious or mythological beliefs, sometimes portrayed as demons, devils, or other harmful entities.
Synonyms
- demons
- devils
- fiends
- evil spirits
- malignant spirits
Antonyms
- angels
- benevolent beings
Examples
- Folklore often portrays cacodemons as dangerous creatures that bring misfortune.
- The fantasy story tells of a kingdom threatened by hordes of cacodemons.
- The sorcerer summoned cacodemons to serve his dark purposes.
Related Words
- afreets
- afrits
- djinn
- goblins
- hobgoblins
- kobolds
- monsters
- nightmares
- poltergeists
- sprites
- supernatural creatures
NOUN
2. The twelfth astrological house associated with evil prognostications
The twelfth house in traditional astrology, historically called the House of the Evil Spirit and regarded as an unfavorable position associated with misfortune and harmful influences.
2.1. The twelfth house in traditional astrology
A traditional astrological house associated with hidden enemies, confinement, suffering, and unfavorable predictions.
Synonyms
- twelfth house
- House of the Evil Spirit
- House of the Cacodemon
Examples
- In traditional astrology, the cacodemons were associated with the twelfth house of the horoscope.
- The astrologer discussed the unfavorable influences traditionally attributed to the cacodemon.
- Ancient astrological texts described the cacodemon as a house from which evil prognostications could proceed.
Related Words
- astrological house
- horoscope
- natal chart
- hidden enemies
- malefic house
- evil prognostications