hellfire
noun/ˈhɛlˌfaɪər/
Frequency rank: #14,331 most common English word
Meaning
the fire and torment of hell, often used to describe divine punishment or intense destruction.
Example sentence
The preacher warned that sinners would face hellfire if they did not change their ways.
Synonyms & related words
- damnation
- torment
- perdition
- punishment
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