Definition of devious
English to English adjective - Out of a straight line; winding; varying from directness; as, a devious path or way.
source: Webster 1913 adjective satellite - 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.
source: WordNet 3.0 - characterized by insincerity or deceit; evasive
A devious character.
Shifty eyes.
source: WordNet 3.0 - 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.
source: WordNet 3.0 English to Tagalog adj - [dívies] Ligáw; lisyâ
source: Diccionario Ingles-Español-Tagalog
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