ahriman

/ˈɑːrɪmən/

Definitions

1. noun

the supreme spirit of evil in the cosmology of Zoroastrianism, often depicted as the primary antagonist of the benevolent deity Ahura Mazda

“In the ancient Zoroastrian scriptures, Ahriman is often contrasted with the benevolent Ahura Mazda as the ultimate embodiment of evil.”

Synonyms

  • Satan
  • demon
  • devil

Antonyms

  • Ahura Mazda
  • benevolent
  • good