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Devious

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Definition

Devious means being sneaky or dishonest, often in a way that is difficult to detect.

Synonyms & similar words

roundabout shifty circuitous oblique sneaky dishonest cunning crafty sly tricky clever wily scheming shifty conniving manipulative calculating underhanded duplicitous unscrupulous deceitful two-faced double-dealing treacherous

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