daimonic meaning: definition, etymology

daimonic

adj

Etymology From daimon + -ic; from Latin demon (“spirit”), originally from Ancient Greek δαίμων (daímōn, “a god, goddess, divine power, genius, guardian spirit”). Doublet of demonic.

In the way of a daimon; befitting a demon; fiendish.

Motivated by a spiritual force or genius; inspired.

daimonic

noun

Etymology From daimon + -ic; from Latin demon (“spirit”), originally from Ancient Greek δαίμων (daímōn, “a god, goddess, divine power, genius, guardian spirit”). Doublet of demonic.

Human sciences, Psychology, Sciences The unrest that exists in us all which forces us into the unknown, leading to self-destruction and/or self-discovery.

Human sciences, Literature, Media, Mysticism, Mythology, Philosophy, Psychology, Publishing, Sciences The journey and transition from innocence to experience; part of the process of individuation.

Human sciences, Literature, Media, Mysticism, Mythology, Philosophy, Publishing, Sciences The place where light and dark meet.