Fiend

/fiːnd/

Meaning & Definition

noun

An evil spirit or demon.

The villagers believed that a fiend was responsible for the misfortunes that plagued their land.

A wicked or cruel person.

He was considered a fiend for his ruthless business practices that harmed so many families.

An enthusiastic or obsessive person, particularly regarding an activity or subject.

She was a fiend for video games, spending countless hours mastering each new release.

A person who is addicted to drugs.

Once a promising artist, he became a fiend and lost everything to his addiction.

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

fiend for something

To be extremely enthusiastic or addicted to something.

fiendish plan

A plan that is wicked or cruel.

demon

A supernatural being often depicted as evil.

wicked

Morally bad or wrong, evil.

A person who is excessively obsessed with drugs.

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

Someone who is overly enthusiastic about a hobby.

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