Devilish (Adjective)
Meaning 1
Showing the cunning or ingenuity or wickedness typical of a devil; "devilish schemes"; "the cold calculation and diabolic art of some statesmen"; "the diabolical expression on his face"; "a mephistophelian glint in his eye".
Classification
All adjective clusters.
Synonyms
Meaning 2
Playful in an appealingly bold way; "a roguish grin".
Classification
All adjective clusters.
Examples
- He flashed a devilish smile as he snuck an extra cookie from the jar.
- The comedian's devilish sense of humor had the audience in stitches.
- Her devilish laughter echoed through the hallway as she pulled off the prank.
- The mischievous child had a devilish glint in her eye as she plotted her next move.
- The actor's devilish charm made him a natural for the role of the rogue.