Haman

American  

[hey-muhn] / ˈheɪ mən /

Douay Bible, Aman

noun

1. (in the Bible) a powerful prince at the court of the Biblical king Ahasuerus who plotted to destroy the Jews of Persia.

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Example Sentences

I was perplexed that Rabbi Levine’s excellent piece left out a critical element: The story’s climax isn’t only the execution of Haman and his family of henchmen.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 10, 2026

As in normal years, worshippers booed and waved noisemakers each time the story's antagonist, Haman, was announced, before drinking and dancing to pop music despite the unusual setting.

From Barron's • Mar. 2, 2026

The big concern now, Haman said, is that the disease could mutate to become more readily infectious to other animals — and be that much closer to infecting humans.

From Seattle Times • Oct. 5, 2023

His absence opens the door for Alexander Alexeyev, Vincent Iorio, Hardy Haman Aktell or Lucas Johansen to earn a spot in the opening night lineup.

From Washington Times • Sep. 27, 2023

Everyone dresses up as Queen Esther, her husband the king, or Haman.

From "A Place at the Table" by Saadia Faruqi and Laura Shovan