adj. clever at attaining one's ends by indirect and often deceptive means
She had a devious look on her face that meant she was up to no good.
She had a devious look on her face that meant she was up to no good.
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What was Sara Paxton's devious plot to sabotage the talent show?
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Who did Galwyn think was a sly and devious fellow?
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What is the name of Harriet's devious plan for the students?
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I was loath to put my trust in such a devious person.
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shifty; unscrupulous; wily; cunning
honest; innocent
3 syllables
de-vi-ous
nevius
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