zohak

/zoʊˈæk/

Definitions

1. noun

A legendary figure in Persian mythology, known as the ‘Black Demon’, said to be the son of the evil sorceress, Princess Rudaba.

“According to the Shahnameh, the epic poem by Ferdowsi, Zohak was a cruel ruler of the land.”

Synonyms

  • demon
  • giant
  • monster

Antonyms

  • angel
  • hero
  • saint