Azazel is a name that appears in various contexts throughout history, including the Bible and various mythological and occult texts. The word has several synonyms, depending on the context in which it is used. One synonym for Azazel is 'scapegoat,' as the biblical characterization of Azazel is that of a demon to whom sins are confessed and who is then driven out into the wilderness as a scapegoat. Another synonym is 'fallen angel,' as Azazel is sometimes depicted as a fallen angel in both mythological and occult traditions. Other synonyms include 'demon' and 'satanic entity,' as Azazel is often identified as a negative or evil being.