Satan
/ˈseɪ.tən/
Proposed by a contributor, not yet supported by evidence.
Also seen as: Satans
Sense 1
Meaning · English
A demon follower of Satan (principal evil spirit); a fallen angel.
Noun
Examples
This literature refers to a major figurehead of evil called “Satan,” the leader of a group of angels also referred to as “Satans.” These Satans accuse people and lead them astray.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Sense 2
Meaning · English
Anything that causes destruction or is viewed as evil.
Noun
Examples
The most of these, such as various kinds of grasshoppers, leaf hoppers, butterflies, etc., are not peculiar to the clovers, while others do but little damage and need not be mentioned here. In a contest with any of them, the farmer is to a great extent powerless on account of their wide distribution
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “Satan” mean?
A demon follower of Satan (principal evil spirit); a fallen angel.
Is “Satan” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.