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Deviltry (Noun)

Meaning 1

Reckless or malicious behavior that causes discomfort or annoyance in others.

Classification

Nouns denoting acts or actions.

Synonyms

  • Devilment
  • Rascality
  • Mischief-making
  • Mischief
  • Devilry
  • Roguery
  • Shenanigan
  • Mischievousness
  • Roguishness

Hypernyms

  • Misbehavior
  • Misbehaviour
  • Misdeed

Hyponyms

  • Vandalism
  • Hell
  • Hooliganism
  • Malicious Mischief
  • Blaze
  • Monkey Business

Related Words

  • Devil (verb)

Meaning 2

Wicked and cruel behavior.

Classification

Nouns denoting acts or actions.

Examples

  • The dictator's regime was marked by deviltry, with widespread human rights abuses and brutal suppression of dissent.
  • Her ex-husband's behavior was a perfect example of deviltry, as he delighted in causing her emotional pain and distress.
  • The company's business practices were criticized for their deviltry, as they exploited vulnerable consumers and engaged in deceptive marketing tactics.
  • The villain's deviltry knew no bounds, as he reveled in the suffering and chaos he caused in the small town.
  • The corrupt politician's deviltry was finally exposed, revealing a trail of deceit and corruption that went all the way to the top.

Synonyms

  • Devilry

Hypernyms

  • Immorality
  • Iniquity
  • Wickedness
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