devilism en · NOUN
Etymology
From devil + -ism.
Meanings
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(archaic, countable, uncountable) The character or doctrines of the Devil or devils; devilry.
This is not heresy, but mere devilism; wherewith yet, it seems, some ungrounded souls are woefully tainted.
1652, Bishop Joseph Hall, The Sons of God Led by the Spirit of God (sermon)
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| devilisms | Number=Plur | lexicographic |