Satanist
noun
A person who worships Satan, often involving rituals and practices that are opposite to Christian worship.
There were rumors that some individuals in the town were satanists and conducted secret ceremonies hidden away from public eyes.

Often appears as...
- alleged satanist
- satanist group
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Disapproving
noun
A member of the Church of Satan or similar organizations.
The satanist stated that their religion was more about individuality and free thought rather than worship of the devil.

Often appears as...
- self-proclaimed satanist
- satanist beliefs
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Neutral
Academic,Religious
noun
A person who worships Satan, often involving rituals and practices that are opposite to Christian worship.
There were rumors that some individuals in the town were satanists and conducted secret ceremonies hidden away from public eyes.

Often appears as...
- alleged satanist
- satanist group
Usage tips
Disapproving
noun
A member of the Church of Satan or similar organizations.
The satanist stated that their religion was more about individuality and free thought rather than worship of the devil.

Often appears as...
- self-proclaimed satanist
- satanist beliefs
Usage tips
Neutral
Academic,Religious
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Negative Connotation
The term often has a dark or negative connotation, implying sinister practices.

The old mansion was avoided because it was said a satanist used to live there.
Misconceptions
Some think satanists engage in illegal activities, but this is a misconception and not true for all.

Despite the gossip, the so-called satanist volunteered regularly at the animal shelter.
Satanic Panic
In the 1980s, fear of satanism spread widely in what's now called the 'Satanic Panic'.

The community's fear of satanists escalated during the Satanic Panic, leading to false accusations.
Compare with
antichristapostateblasphemerhereticoccultist
Quote examples
King Diamond
Danish Musician
I don't force anything onto other people, because you'll never get a good satanist out of forcing somebody to be one.

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Robert Lepage
Canadian Playwright
I haven't become a satanist, but I am fascinated by the character of the devil.

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King Diamond
Danish Musician
I don't force anything onto other people, because you'll never get a good satanist out of forcing somebody to be one.

Quote examples
Robert Lepage
Canadian Playwright
I haven't become a satanist, but I am fascinated by the character of the devil.

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