kanaima

/kɑːnɑɪmɑː/

Definitions

1. noun

A type of spirit or evil being in the folklore of the Guiana region, often associated with death and the supernatural.

“In the village, they spoke of the kanaima that roamed the forest, striking fear into the hearts of all who crossed its path.”

Synonyms

  • spirit
  • supernatural being

Antonyms

  • angel
  • saint