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devilish

Meaning of “devilish”

Partaking of the devil's qualities; diabolical or very evil.

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KJV context and cross-referencesWebster 1828
1 occurrence1 verse1 bookKJV PCE

First occurrence: James 3:15

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The KJV occurrence

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James 3:15
This wisdom descendeth not from above, but is earthly, sensual, devilish.
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The 1611 reading & marginal notes
1611 witness · James 3:15 · retained source text

This wisedome descendeth not from aboue, but is earthly, sensuall, deuilish.

1611 marginal noteOr, natural

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Historical English dictionary sources

Historical definitions

Partaking of the qualities of the devil; diabolical; very evil and mischievous; malicious. Having communication with the devil; pertaining to the devil.

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