Devilish Definition & Meaning

devilish
adverb
  1. in a playfully devilish manner; "the socialists are further handicapped if they believe that capitalists are not only wicked but also devilishly clever"
adjective
  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"
  2. playful in an appealingly bold way; "a roguish grin"

"Devilish" in song lyrics

See how devilish is used in real songs:

  • "Gramz said I was devilish"
    Beanie Sigel — Look at Me Now
  • "Got interracial sense but I'm devilish"
    Bubba Sparxxx f/ Timbaland — Lovely
  • "Your whole steeze is devilish"
    Classified f/ Mic Boyd — Unexpected

Usage tips for "devilish"

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