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devious meaning and definition
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Definition of devious (adjective)
- indirect in departing from the accepted or proper way; misleading
- "used devious means to achieve success"; "gave oblique answers to direct questions"; "oblique political maneuvers"
- synonyms: oblique
- characterized by insincerity or deceit; evasive
- "a devious character"; "shifty eyes"
- synonyms: shifty
- deviating from a straight course
- "a scenic but devious route"; "a long and circuitous journey by train and boat"; "a roundabout route avoided rush-hour traffic"
- synonyms: circuitous, roundabout
Source: Princeton University Wordnet