Meaning of Devilry | Babel Free

Definitions

1. Mischief.
   countable, uncountable
2. Wickedness; cruelty.
   countable, uncountable
3. An action performed with the help of a devil; witchcraft.
   countable, uncountable
4. An act of such mischief, wickedness, cruelty, or witchcraft.
   countable, uncountable

Equivalents

Examples

“Their newfound devilry : prank-calling local businesses.”

“"The Master's Society wishes to overturn the world order⟳ into his hands by devilry and chaos. There is good news that Mr. Stevens is repentant and under our employ⟳ and gave us a significant store of antidote for the violent toxin. We can dose the MPs."”

“[…] pranks and devilries which turned slowly more unpleasant.”

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