devious /ˈdiː.vi.əs/ adjective2 •Cunning or deceiving, not straightforward or honest, not frank. •(no longer used) Roundabout, circuitous, deviating from the direct or ordinary route.The wandering Arab never sets his tent Within her walls; the Shepherd eyes afar Her evil towers, and devious drives his flock. — 1801 formsmore devious · most devious