əˌlɪz noun
1.
Theology.
a.
action aided or caused by the devil; sorcery; witchcraft.
b.
the character or condition of a devil.
c.
a doctrine concerning devils.
d.
a belief in or worship of devils.
2.
action befitting the devil; deviltry.
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diabolism (daɪˈæbəˌlɪzəm) ![[Click for IPA pronunciation guide]](http://static.sfdict.com/dictstatic/g/d/dictionary_questionbutton_default.gif) | |
| —n | |
| 1. | a. activities designed to enlist the aid of devils, esp in witchcraft or sorcery |
| b. worship of devils or beliefs and teachings concerning them | |
| c. the nature of devils | |
| 2. | character or conduct that is devilish or fiendish; devilry |
| di'abolist | |
| —n | |
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Diabolism
is always a great word to know.
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| the offspring of a zebra and a donkey. |
| a stew of meat, vegetables, potatoes, etc. |
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