daimones
/ˈdaɪməˌniːz/
NOUN
1. Supernatural spirits and spiritual beings
Supernatural entities or spiritual beings found in mythology, religion, and folklore, traditionally believed to possess mysterious powers and to influence human affairs or the natural world. In ancient Greek traditions, daimones could be benevolent, malevolent, or neutral intermediaries between gods and humans.
1.1. Malevolent spirits and demonic beings
Used to describe evil or harmful supernatural entities believed to possess malevolent powers, torment humans, or cause misfortune.
Synonyms
- cacodemons
- demons
- devils
- fiends
- shaitans
- imps
Antonyms
- angels
- benevolent spirits
- guardian spirits
Examples
- In ancient folklore, mysterious creatures known as daimones inhabited the shadowy corners of the earth.
- As the storm raged, superstitions whispered of mischievous daimones playing tricks on sailors.
Related Words
- demonic
- malevolence
- evil
- possession
- infernal
- exorcism
1.2. Ghosts and supernatural apparitions
Used for mysterious spiritual manifestations or incorporeal entities believed to appear in visible or ghostlike forms.
Synonyms
- apparitions
- fantasms
- phantasms
- phantoms
- ghosts
- specters
- spectres
- wraiths
- shades
- spooks
- fetches
- hants
- haunts
- visitants
- poltergeists
Examples
- The villagers believed that benevolent daimones protected their harvest from harm.
- The witnesses claimed to have encountered daimones appearing as mysterious figures in the darkness.
Related Words
- haunting
- paranormal
- incorporeal
- manifestation
- supernatural phenomenon
- apparitional
1.3. Mythological and folkloric spirits
Used for supernatural creatures and spiritual entities belonging to different mythological and religious traditions, including spirits that may assume humanlike or otherworldly forms.
Synonyms
- daemons
- djinn
- djinns
- jinn
- jinns
- genies
- familiars
- familiar spirits
- sprites
- ghouls
- lamiae
- lamias
- lemures
- manes
- incubi
- incubuses
- succubi
- vampires
- zombies
- bogeys
- bogies
Examples
- Legends spoke of a secret meeting place where wise daimones gathered to share ancient knowledge.
- Ancient stories described daimones as supernatural creatures with powers beyond human understanding.
Related Words
- mythology
- folklore
- witchcraft
- enchantment
- occult
- supernatural creatures
- spirit world
1.4. Benevolent and protective spirits
Used for benevolent supernatural beings believed to protect individuals, places, or communities, provide guidance, and influence human destiny.
Synonyms
Antonyms
- demons
- devils
- cacodemons
- fiends
Examples
- The villagers believed that benevolent daimones protected their harvest from harm.
- The mystic ceremony invoked the presence of protective daimones to watch over the sacred ritual.
Related Words
- divine protection
- guardianship
- guidance
- inspiration
- tutelary deity
- divine intermediary
- benevolence
1.5. Spiritual manifestations and supernatural forms
Used for entities or appearances perceived as supernatural manifestations, including shadowlike forms and mysterious materializations that may not have a definite physical existence.
Synonyms
- materializations
- visions
- shadows
Examples
- The mystic ceremony invoked the presence of protective daimones to watch over the sacred ritual.
Related Words
- illusion
- hallucination
- ethereal
- incorporeal
- manifestation
- paranormal experience