satanic

adjective

sa·tan·ic sə-ˈta-nik

sā-

Synonyms of satanic next

: of, relating to, or characteristic of Satan or satanism

satanic pride

satanic rites

: characterized by extreme cruelty or viciousness

satanically

sə-ˈta-ni-k(ə-)lē

adverb

Examples of satanic in a Sentence

the cat's eyes reflected a satanic red in the dark

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Among the best horror-adjacent offerings are Peacock’s satanic panic flashback Hysteria! and an unconventional serial-killer story, Sweetpea, from Starz. —

Judy Berman, TIME, 30 Oct. 2024 The Satanic Rites of Dracula (1973) Christopher Lee's penultimate turn as Dracula anchors this creatively wild combination of vampire lore, satanic horror, and political thriller. —

Declan Gallagher, EW.com, 30 Oct. 2024 Hysteria! October 18, Peacock Creative people will never tire of mining the awfulness of the satanic panic for horror or even dark comedy. —

Brian Tallerico, Vulture, 23 Oct. 2024 That's enough to send concerned adults spiraling into rumors that a satanic cult may be responsible. —

Julie Hinds, Detroit Free Press, 18 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for satanic