 devious |
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| 1. | [ adjective ] indirect in departing from the accepted or proper way; misleading | |
| Synonyms: | oblique | |
| Examples: | "used devious means to achieve success" "gave oblique answers to direct questions" "oblique political maneuvers" |
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| Related terms: | indirect | |
| 2. | [ adjective ] characterized by insincerity or deceit; evasive | |
| Synonyms: | shifty | |
| Examples: | "a devious character" "shifty eyes" |
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| Related terms: | untrustworthy | |
| 3. | [ adjective ] deviating from a straight course | |
| Synonyms: | roundabout circuitous | |
| Examples: | "a scenic but devious route" "a long and circuitous journey by train and boat" "a roundabout route avoided rush-hour traffic" |
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| Related terms: | indirect | |
| Similar spelling: |
Debus devise devisee defuse Debusk debouch Debiase debussy De_Fusco |
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