devious meaning
UK US /ˈdiviəs/ 3 syllables
devious (adjective): indirect in departing from the accepted or proper way; misleading.
devious has 3 meanings in this dictionary.
devious as an 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
Similar: indirect
Related forms: deviousness
- characterized by insincerity or deceit; evasive
- a devious character
- shifty eyes
Synonyms: shifty
Similar: untrustworthy
Related forms: deviousness
- 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
Similar: indirect
Related forms: deviousness
How to pronounce devious
devious is pronounced /ˈdiviəs/ in American English. It has 3 syllables, with the stress on the first syllable.
Words that rhyme with devious
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