What Is a Succubus?

A succubus is a demon or supernatural entity in folklore, in female form, that appears in dreams to seduce men, usually through sexual activity. According to religious traditions, repeated sexual activity with a succubus can cause poor physical or mental health, even death.

What the word succubus means?

: a demon assuming female form to have sexual intercourse with men in their sleep — compare incubus.

What does the word Incubi mean?

1 : an evil spirit that lies on persons in their sleep especially : one that has sexual intercourse with women while they are sleeping — compare succubus.