evil spirit

• Être surnaturel ou entité malveillante que l'on croit capable de causer du mal, des malheurs ou une possession, souvent évoqué dans le folklore, la religion et les superstitions.

A supernatural being or malevolent entity believed to cause harm, misfortune, or possession, often referenced in folklore, religion, and superstition.

1. Malevolent supernatural beingB2formal

   A supernatural entity believed to cause harm, misfortune, or moral corruption.

   esprit malveillant

   • The villagers believed an evil spirit haunted the old house.
   • Ancient texts describe rituals to ward off evil spirits.
   • He felt as if an evil spirit was trying to influence his thoughts.

2. Personification of wickednessB2informal

   Used metaphorically to describe a person or force that is extremely cruel or malicious.

   esprit malfaisant

   • The dictator was often described as an evil spirit in human form.
   • Greed can be an evil spirit that drives people to do terrible things.
   • She fought against the evil spirit of corruption in the company.