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devious s. [
oblique] 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"
. wn #2
devious s. [
shifty] characterized by insincerity or deceit; evasive; "a devious character"; "shifty eyes"
. wn #3
devious s. [
circuitous, roundabout] 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"
. wn