devilled
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /dɪˈvɪld/
KK: /dɪˈvɪld/
adjective
Definition
Prepared with a spicy or zesty sauce, often used to describe food, or having qualities associated with the devil.
Example
The chef served devilled eggs as a spicy appetizer at the party.
Conversation
Have you ever tried that devilled chicken at the new restaurant?
No, I haven't, but I've heard it's really spicy!
It's so flavorful, you should definitely give the devilled dish a try.
I'll add it to my list — I love trying new spicy foods!
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
spicy
fiery
satanic
Antonyms
bland
mild
angelic
verb
Definition
To have caused someone to behave in a mischievous or troublesome way, or to have made something more intense or extreme.
Example
He devilled the situation by making sarcastic comments.
Tense Forms
Past: devilled
Past Participle: devilled
Conversation
Did you hear about the prank they devilled at the party last night?
Yeah, I heard it was hilarious!
I can't believe they actually devilled the punch bowl.
Root Explanation
Devilled → It originates from the word 'devil' (from Old English 'deofol', meaning a malevolent spirit or being) combined with the suffix '-ed' (indicating a past action or condition). The term 'devilled' refers to food that has been prepared with spices or seasonings, often in a way that is considered fiery or hot, akin to the fiery nature associated with devils.
Memory Tip
Think of the word 'devil' representing something fiery or hot, and remember that 'devilled' means food that has been made spicy or hot, just like the nature of a devil.
Visually Confused Words
neville
dwelled
defiled