What is another word for Demonology?

Pronunciation: [dˌɛmənˈɒləd͡ʒi] (IPA)

Demonology refers to the study of demons and their characteristics, origins, and their interactions with humans. Some synonyms for demonology include diabolism, daemonology, and demonography. Diabolism is often used interchangeably with demonology but also encompasses the study of the devil or Satan. Daemonology is a term derived from Greek mythology and refers to the study of supernatural beings like spirits or gods. Demonography is a more specialized term that focuses on the representation and depiction of demons in different cultures and arts. Whichever term is used, the central theme is the study of evil supernatural beings, their origins, characteristics, and interactions with human beings.

What are the hypernyms for Demonology?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

Usage examples for Demonology

Then I remembered all the stories in Scott's Demonology, which I had lately read, and quite forgot all the arguments intended to disprove them.
"Not Pretty, But Precious"
John Hay, et al.
You have read- For you read all things, not a book escapes you- The famous Demonology of King James?
"The Complete Poetical Works of Henry Wadsworth Longfellow"
Henry Wadsworth Longfellow
The other one-the pretty black boy-of a more lively disposition, found pleasure in playfully bantering the grave clergyman, and probably strove, in playful mood, to teach the honest and good man some lessons in charity and Demonology.
"Witchcraft of New England Explained by Modern Spiritualism"
Allen Putnam

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