1. plural of diabolism; the practice of or belief in devil worship or satanism
Usage: formal; often used in religious or academic contexts
2. plural of diabolism; wicked or evil conduct or character; devilry
Usage: literary; archaic

Examples

• The historian examined various diabolisms practiced in medieval Europe.
• The novel depicted the protagonist's descent into diabolisms and moral corruption.
• Religious scholars debated the theological implications of diabolisms in different cultures.
• The accusations of diabolisms were used to persecute innocent people during the witch trials.
• Modern occult movements sometimes reference historical diabolisms in their teachings.