Devilish Meaning in English
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Definition
Describes someone or something that is very evil or acts in a mischievous, wicked way, like a devil. Can also mean playful but naughty.
Usage & Nuances
Mainly used for playful mischief with a hint of wickedness, not extreme evil. Common with smiles, laughter, or mischievous behavior, especially in children. In serious tone, it can mean truly wicked actions. Adjective only; don't confuse with 'devil' (the noun).
Spanish: diabólico - traviesoPortuguese (BR): demoníaco - travessoPortuguese (PT): demoníaco - traquinasChinese (Simplified): 恶魔般的 - 顽皮的Chinese (Traditional): 惡魔般的 - 頑皮的Hindi: शैतानी - दुष्टArabic: شيطاني - ماكرBengali: শয়তানি - দুষ্টুমি পূর্ণRussian: дьявольский - чёртовский - озорнойJapanese: 悪魔のような - いたずら好きなVietnamese: quỷ quyệt - ranh mãnhKorean: 악마 같은 - 장난기 있는Turkish: şeytani - yaramazUrdu: شیطانی - شرارتیIndonesian: setan - nakal
Example Sentences
He has a devilish laugh.
basic
The children played a devilish trick on their teacher.
basic
She gave me a devilish smile.
basic
That kid has a devilish sense of humor—always planning pranks.
natural
He told a devilish lie just to win the game.
natural
There was a devilish glint in her eye when she saw the cake.
natural