1. a person who believes in or studies demons; one who practices demonology
Usage: formal; often used in academic or religious contexts

Examples

• The medieval demonist compiled detailed accounts of supernatural entities.
• As a demonist, she spent years researching ancient texts on demonic lore.
• The scholar's work as a demonist influenced theological debates of the era.
• Demonists in the Renaissance period attempted to categorize different types of demons.
• His reputation as a demonist made him a controversial figure in academic circles.