Devious

Pronunciation

• IPA: /ˈdiːviÉ™s/Rhymes: -iːviÉ™s

Full definition of devious

Adjective

1. Deviating; not straightforward or honest, not frank; not standard.
• 1839, Frederick Marryat, The Phantom ShipKeeping close in to the shore, they discovered, after two hours run, a fresh stream which burst in a cascade from the mountains, and swept its devious course through the jungle, until it poured its tribute into the waters of the Strait.