The word "demoness" is a term used to describe a female demon. However, there are a number of alternative synonyms that can be used to describe these mythical creatures. Some popular synonyms for "demoness" include succubus, hellion, fiend, imp, harpie and she-demon. Each of these terms has slightly different connotations and may be used in different contexts. For example, a succubus typically refers to a demoness that seduces men in their sleep, whereas a harpie is often used to describe a particularly aggressive and vicious demoness. Regardless of which term is used, demonesses continue to fascinate and inspire terror in equal measure.