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devious
01
causing someone to have a wrong idea or impression, usually by giving incomplete or false information
02
deviating from a straight course
03
using crafty and clever methods to achieve goals or avoid negative consequences
devious
adj
deviously
adv
deviously
adv
deviousness
n
deviousness
n
Example
She employed devious tactics to manipulate the outcome of the vote.
In order to avoid detection, he resorted to devious tactics.
They uncovered the devious schemes that were used to manipulate the system.
The devious strategy he devised was both intricate and cunning.
His devious plan to avoid taxes was eventually discovered.
