Associations to the word «Devious»

Wiktionary

DEVIOUS, adjective. Deviating; not straightforward or honest, not frank; not standard.

Dictionary definition

DEVIOUS, 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".
DEVIOUS, adjective. Characterized by insincerity or deceit; evasive; "a devious character"; "shifty eyes".
DEVIOUS, adjective. 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".

Wise words

Watch your thoughts, they become your words. Watch your words, they become your actions. Watch your actions, they become your habits. Watch your habits, they become your character. Watch your character, it becomes your destiny.
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