fiends

noun

Definition of fiendsnext
plural of fiend
1
as in villains
a mean, evil, or unprincipled person even the utter horror of the terrorist attack did not deter some fiends from going on a looting spree

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2
as in addicts
a person who regularly uses drugs especially illegally the miserable, wasted lives of narcotic fiends

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3
as in lovers
a person with a strong and habitual liking for something comic-book fiends seem to have their own little world

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4
as in demons
an evil spirit the legend that a fiend continues to haunt what was once the castle's torture chamber

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as in experts
a person with a high level of knowledge or skill in a field our in-house computer fiend fixed the problem in no time

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for fiends
  1. villains
  2. addicts
  3. lovers
  4. demons
  5. experts
  6. users
  7. ghouls
  8. enthusiasts
Noun
  • The next big bad in Jared Leto's motley crew of sinister screen villains has finally been announced.
    Ryan Coleman, EW.com, 21 Dec. 2024
  • Cultural differences of the region, like a vast foaming, bubbling cauldron, spit out heroes and villains, legends and lore.
    Gary Stoller, Forbes, 20 Dec. 2024
Definition of villains
Noun
  • Twisted ‘justice’ | Commentary Prison for poor addicts.
    Silas Morgan, Orlando Sentinel, 19 Dec. 2024
  • Ask the people in recovery who get sober and find their life’s mission in serving fellow addicts.
    Longreads, Longreads, 18 Dec. 2024
Definition of addicts
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  • The Gold Coast’s coastline is ideal for beach lovers.
    Nathan Diller, USA TODAY, 23 Dec. 2024
  • The brand is led by a passionate team of pet lovers who recognize that dogs and cats are individuals with their own personalities, preferences and needs.
    FunnyFuzzy Contributor, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
Definition of lovers
Noun
  • Advertisement Through the first few months of the schedule, the Lakers had seemingly exorcised their Kings demons.
    Dan Woike, Los Angeles Times, 22 Dec. 2024
  • From horrifying films about a snowman going on a murderous rampage to those about folkloric Christmas demons who terrorize naughty families, there are plenty of grown-ups-only holiday movies that will make for an exciting kid-free movie night.
    Lydia Price, People.com, 22 Dec. 2024
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Noun
  • And most of all recommendations, from chefs, meat experts, and in many cookbooks, wouldn't recommend anything past medium.
    Susan Selasky, Detroit Free Press, 24 Dec. 2024
  • Mortgage interest rates may decline Fluctuating mortgage interest rates have added uncertainty to the housing market, but experts predict stabilization or slight declines in 2025.
    Brendel Hightower, Detroit Free Press, 24 Dec. 2024
Definition of experts
Noun
  • Keeping The Holidays In Balance Some users may benefit from a complete social media break during the holidays, while others want to find balance.
    Peter Suciu, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
  • Rather than building an entire product up front, look into the features that users really want.
    Kyle J. Russell, USA TODAY, 24 Dec. 2024
Definition of users
Noun
  • Monstrous ghouls cheering after the murder of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson in New York City on Wednesday are ubiquitous on social media.
    Dominic Pino, National Review, 5 Dec. 2024
  • In Fallout, ghouls have extended lifespans and are impervious to things that would kill humans, like losing a limb or eating rotten flesh.
    Jason Fields, Newsweek, 4 Dec. 2024
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  • After Notre Dame toppled Indiana 27-17 on Friday, doubters and SEC enthusiasts were quick to question how qualified the Hoosiers really were.
    Jayna Bardahl, The Athletic, 24 Dec. 2024
  • Meanwhile, outdoor enthusiasts who often venture into wild settings should invest in a durable backpack or duffle that can be squished into the wing of a twin-propeller plane or aboard a safari vehicle.
    Nicole Kliest, Vogue, 24 Dec. 2024
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