Definitions for devious

Definitions for (adj) devious

Main entry: roundabout, devious, circuitous

Definition: deviating from a straight course

Usage: a scenic but devious route; a long and circuitous journey by train and boat; a roundabout route avoided rush-hour traffic


Main entry: oblique, devious

Definition: indirect in departing from the accepted or proper way; misleading

Usage: used devious means to achieve success; gave oblique answers to direct questions; oblique political maneuvers


Main entry: devious, shifty

Definition: characterized by insincerity or deceit; evasive

Usage: a devious character; shifty eyes


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