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- Dictionarydevilish/ˈdɛvəlɪʃ/
adjective
- 1. like or appropriate to a devil in evil and cruelty: "devilish tortures" Similar
adverb
- 1. very; extremely: informal, dated "a devilish clever chap"
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Devilish means evil, morally bad, or extremely difficult. It can also describe something attractive or clever in a bad way. See how to use devilish in sentences and compare it with related words.
Devilish means resembling or befitting a devil, such as evil, sinister, or mischievous. Learn more about its synonyms, examples, word history, and related phrases from Merriam-Webster dictionary.
You can describe someone as devilish if they're nasty and cruel, although this adjective is also used for rascally or naughty people, like the devilish kids you babysit. A devilish punishment is cruel, but a devilish preschooler simply misbehaves in a playful way.
Devilish definition: of, like, or befitting a devil; diabolical; fiendish. . See examples of DEVILISH used in a sentence.
Devilish means evil, morally bad, or extremely difficult. It can also describe something attractive or clever in a slightly bad way. See how to use devilish in sentences and find related words and phrases.
Devilish means cruel, unpleasant, or extreme, often used to emphasize something. It can also mean mischievous or energetic. See how to use devilish in sentences and find synonyms and related words.
Devilish means showing the cunning or ingenuity or wickedness typical of a devil, or playful in an appealingly bold way. Find out more about the word's origin, usage, and related terms in this comprehensive online dictionary.