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English to English adjective
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Out of a straight line; winding; varying from directness; as, a devious path or way. |  | source: webster1913 adjective satellite
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indirect in departing from the accepted or proper way; misleading | | Example: used devious means to achieve success
gave oblique answers to direct questions
oblique political maneuvers
source: wordnet30
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characterized by insincerity or deceit; evasive | | Example: a devious character
shifty eyes
source: wordnet30
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deviating from a straight course | | Example: a scenic but devious route
a long and circuitous journey by train and boat
a roundabout route avoided rush-hour traffic
source: wordnet30
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