Meaning of diabolical in English

  1. Pronunciation

    /ˌdaɪəˈbɑlək(ə)l/

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  1. 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 »

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  2. 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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