devious devious /ˈdiːviːəs/

adjective

1. () Indirect in departing from the accepted or proper way; misleading  ( oblique , devious )
   indirect in departing from the accepted or proper way; misleading
    Used devious means to achieve success
   used devious means to achieve success
    Gave oblique answers to direct questions
   gave oblique answers to direct questions
    Oblique political maneuvers
   oblique political maneuvers
   
2. Deviating from a straight course  ( circuitous , devious , roundabout )
   deviating from a straight course
    A scenic but devious route
   a scenic but devious route
    A long and circuitous journey by train and boat
   a long and circuitous journey by train and boat
    A roundabout route avoided rush-hour traffic
   a roundabout route avoided rush-hour traffic
   
3. Characterized by insincerity or deceit; evasive  ( devious , shifty )
   characterized by insincerity or deceit; evasive
    A devious character
   a devious character
    Shifty eyes
   shifty eyes