Lucifer (en. Lucifer)

/luˈsifeɾ/

Meaning & Definition

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noun
In Christian tradition, the fallen angel who rebelled against God.
Lucifer was cast out of heaven for his disobedience.
Lucifer fue arrojado del cielo por su desobediencia.
It is sometimes used as a symbol of pride or rebellion.
His desire for power turned him into a true lucifer.
Su deseo de poder lo convirtió en un auténtico lucifer.
In mythology, it is associated with the morning star.
Lucifer appears in poems as a beautiful morning star rising in the sky.
Lucifer aparece en poemas como un bello lucero que se alza en el cielo.

Etymology

From Latin 'lucifer', which means 'light bearer'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

light of lucifer
reference to a bright light associated with knowledge or teaching in occult contexts.
luz de lucifer
fall of lucifer
an expression that refers to a long fall from grace or the sudden downfall of someone considered powerful.
caída de lucifer

Related Words

angel
Celestial being, in this case, refers to Lucifer before his fall.
angel
devil
Supreme being of evil in various traditions.
diablo
satan
Name commonly used to refer to Lucifer as God's adversary.
satanás

Slang Meanings

A very cunning or manipulative person.
That guy is a lucifer when it comes to business; he always gets what he wants.
Ese tipo es un lucifer cuando se trata de negocios; siempre consigue lo que quiere.
Someone who cannot be trusted due to their deceitful nature.
Don't tell him your secret; he's a lucifer in the group.
No le cuentes tu secreto, es un lucifer en el grupo.