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VocabJLPT N1

evil spirit

Noun

Definitions

1. evil spirit
2. Demon

This noun refers to an evil spirit or malevolent ghost believed to cause harm, illness, or misfortune. It appears frequently in horror stories, folklore, and fantasy settings to describe a dangerous supernatural entity.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

Every time the bathroom mirror fogs up, I feel like an evil spirit is peering through.

Sentence 2

Does he actually believe he's being targeted by an evil spirit?

Sentence 3

She said "An evil spirit laughed" and suddenly burst into tears.

Sentence 4

The way she laughs is kind of evil-spirit-ish — weirdly cute, honestly.

Sentence 5

She was smiling even as she said, "I saw an evil spirit."