devilry

Noun
Synonyms: deviltrymischiefmischief-makingmischievousnessdevilmentrascalityrogueryroguishnessshenanigan

WordNet 3.0

Noun (2)

  1. wicked and cruel behaviorSynonyms: deviltry
  2. reckless or malicious behavior that causes discomfort or annoyance in othersSynonyms: mischiefmischief-makingmischievousnessdeviltrydevilmentrascalityrogueryroguishnessshenanigan
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Webster's Dictionary (GCIDE)

Devilry \Dev"il*ry\, n.; pl. Devilries.

1.Conduct suitable to the devil; extreme wickedness; deviltry. [1913 Webster]

Stark lies and devilry.— Sir T. More.[1913 Webster]

2.The whole body of evil spirits. --Tylor. [1913 Webster]

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