Meaning & Definition of Fiend in English

Detailed Definitions

• Definition: An evil spirit or demon.

  Example Sentence: The legend spoke of a fiend that haunted the forest.

• Definition: A person who is excessively fond of or addicted to something.

  Example Sentence: He's a fiend for video games, often playing for hours on end.

• Definition: A wicked or cruel person.

  Example Sentence: The villain was a fiend, delighting in the suffering of others.

• Definition: A person who has a strong enthusiasm for something.

  Example Sentence: She’s a cooking fiend, always experimenting with new recipes.

Etymology

Origin: Middle English 'fiend' from Old English 'fīend', meaning 'enemy' or 'one who opposes'.

Synonyms

Common Phrases and Expressions

• fiend for something: To be extremely enthusiastic or addicted to something.
• fiendish plan: A plan that is wicked or cruel.

Translations

• Spanish: demonio

• French: démon

• German: Ungeist

• Russian: демон

Related Words

• demon: A supernatural being often depicted as evil.

• wicked: Morally bad or wrong, evil.

Slang Meanings of fiend

• Meaning: A person who is excessively obsessed with drugs.

  Example Sentence: He's a fiend for meth, always looking for his next hit.

• Meaning: Someone who is overly enthusiastic about a hobby.

  Example Sentence: She’s a fiend when it comes to knitting, always making new projects.