Bogey
Bogey noun - Something or someone that causes fear or dread especially without reason.
Usage example: math and math tests have long been bogeys for many students
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Devil and bogey are semantically related. in evil spirit topic. In some cases you can use "Devil" instead a noun "Bogey".
Devil
Devil noun - An evil spirit.
Usage example: acted as if possessed by some devil
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