Cacodemonize

/ˌkækoʊˈdeɪmənaɪz/ verb

Definition

To make demonic; to possess with or subject to evil spirits; to demonize.

Etymology

From 'cacodemon' + '-ize' suffix (to cause/make). This verb form describes the action of making something demonic or causing possession.

Kelly Says

Medieval writers used 'cacodemonize' to describe how they believed sin or moral weakness opened people to demonic influence—they literally thought evil was contagious and could transform you!

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