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Meaning of diabolical in English
Pronunciation
/ˌdaɪəˈbɑlək(ə)l/
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Classifying Adjective
diabolical
Definitions
1.
showing the cunning or ingenuity or wickedness typical of a devil
Examples
« devilish schemes »
« the cold calculation and diabolic art of some statesmen »
« the diabolical expression on his face »
« a mephistophelian glint in his eye »
Synonyms
evil
wicked
2.
extremely evil or cruel
Examples
« expressive of cruelty or befitting hell »
« something demonic in him--something that could be cruel »
« fires lit up a diabolic scene »
« diabolical sorcerers under the influence of devils »
« a fiendish despot »
« hellish torture »
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Synonyms
evil
wicked