Daimonic
adj, noun
adj, noun ·Rare ·Advanced level
Definitions
Noun
- 1 The unrest that exists in us all which forces us into the unknown, leading to self-destruction and/or self-discovery. uncountable
- 2 The journey and transition from innocence to experience; part of the process of individuation. uncountable
- 3 The place where light and dark meet. uncountable
Adjective
- 1 In the way of a daimon; befitting a demon; fiendish.
- 2 Motivated by a spiritual force or genius; inspired.
Etymology
From daimon + -ic; from Latin demon (“spirit”), originally from Ancient Greek δαίμων (daímōn, “a god, goddess, divine power, genius, guardian spirit”). Doublet of demonic.