in hell's name

adverb

Synonym of in God's name.

Meanings

adverbin hell's name (not comparable)
  1. not comparableSynonym of in God's name.

    "Tilehurst!" he cried out sharply. "What in hell's name are you doing here?"

    1934, Ernest Bramah [pseudonym; Ernest Brammah Smith], The Bravo of London

    Synonyms: in God's name

Synonyms & antonyms

adverbSynonym of in God's name.

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“in hell's name.” WatkinsX Dictionary, https://dictionary.watkinsx.com/word/in%20hell's%20name. Accessed November 4, 2026.

Chicago

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