Words that rhyme with devious
Devious is a 2-syllable word with 13 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are envious, impervious, lascivious. This word appears in songs across our database, making it a versatile choice for songwriters and poets.
Definition of devious
- indirect in departing from the accepted or proper way; misleading; "used devious means to achieve success"; "gave oblique answers to direct questions"; "oblique political maneuvers"
- characterized by insincerity or deceit; evasive; "a devious character"; "shifty eyes"
- deviating from a straight course; "a scenic but devious route"; "a long and circuitous journey by train and boat"; "a roundabout route avoided rush-hour traffic"
3 syllables
Examples of "devious" in lyrics
See how devious is used at the end of a line in songs:
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"I might look righteous but I'm the devious"
9th Prince f/ Rubbabandz — Granddaddy Flow -
"Catch me in devious"
Buddha Monk f/ Derrick Sassin, Dungeon Masta — Bust Gats -
"It's hard to stop-stop cheatin yeah, I'm devious"
Charizma & Peanut Butter Wolf — Devotion
What do these rhymes mean?
- envious
- showing extreme cupidity; painfully desirous of another's advantages; "he was never covetous before he met her
- impervious
- not admitting of passage or capable of being affected; "a material impervious to water
- lascivious
- driven by lust; preoccupied with or exhibiting lustful desires; "libidinous orgies"
- oblivious
- (followed by `to' or `of') lacking conscious awareness of; "oblivious of the mounting pressures for political reform
- obvious
- easily perceived by the senses or grasped by the mind; "obvious errors"
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Rhyming tips for songwriters
When using "devious" in your lyrics, consider mixing perfect rhymes with near rhymes (slant rhymes) for a more natural flow. Perfect rhymes like envious, impervious, lascivious create a satisfying resolution, while slant rhymes add variety and keep listeners engaged.
Since "devious" has 2 syllables, try matching it with words of similar length for a balanced meter. Multi-syllable rhymes often sound more sophisticated than single-syllable pairs.