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Mephistophelian

usgb/ˌmefɪˌstɑːfəˈliːən/Volume
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Literary OriginPlay
Understand that 'mephistophelian' has literary origins from a tale about a deal with a demon. SlideThe novel's antagonist displayed a mephistophelian cunning, reminiscent of his Faustian namesake.
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Negative ConnotationPlay
'Mephistophelian' often implies a deeply negative judgment of someone's character. SlideHer mephistophelian tactics during the debate revealed a lack of moral integrity.
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Caution in UsePlay
Be careful using the word, as it's strong and could be offensive if misapplied. SlideAccusing him of a mephistophelian agenda was a step too far in the argument.