devious
IPA: dˈiviʌs
adjective
- Cunning or deceiving, not straightforward or honest, not frank.
- Roundabout, circuitous, deviating from the direct or ordinary route.
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Examples of "devious" in Sentences
- The devious fox tricked the other animals into giving him their food
- She had a devious plan to cheat her way to the top of the class
- The devious smile on his face gave away his true intentions
- His devious behavior made it difficult for anyone to trust him
- The devious plot to overthrow the king was carefully crafted and executed
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