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devil

Pronunciation: [ˈdɛvəl]

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Learn how to use devil in a sentence: 9 audio examples across 3 meanings.

Context: “religion”

(noun) the devil is a powerful evil being often seen as the enemy of good. In many stories, he tries to make people do bad things instead of good things.

Example

In the story, the hero fights against the devil to save the village from darkness.

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The character decided to be good and not listen to the devil's tempting offers.

Example

Why do people believe in the devil as a symbol of evil?

Context: “behavior”

(noun) sometimes, we call a mischievous child or someone acting mischievously a devil. It means they are being naughty or playful.

Example

That little boy was such a devil, always playing pranks and making everyone laugh.

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She wasn't being a devil today; she was very well-behaved in class.

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Is he acting like a devil again, or is he being good today?

Context: “colloquial”

(noun) the devil can also refer to someone who is very skilled at something, often with a hint of being tricky. Like a soccer player who plays extremely well.

Example

He is a devil on the soccer field, always scoring goals.

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Despite his reputation, he was not a devil when it came to teamwork.

Example

Is she really as much of a devil in the kitchen as they say?

How to pronounce devil

Pronunciation: [ˈdɛvəl]

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