Cryptic crossword clue
Infernal boil treated with acid 8

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 8 letter word DIABOLIC

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What does DIABOLIC mean?

DIABOLIC adjective
  1. Showing wickedness typical of a devil.
  2. Extremely evil or cruel.

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