noun
- mischievous or playful behavior
- evil or wicked behavior
Examples
- The children’s devilry included hiding their teacher’s chalk.
- His eyes sparkled with devilry as he planned the surprise party.
- The twins were known for their harmless devilry around the neighborhood.
- She couldn’t help but smile at her grandson’s innocent devilry.
- The novel portrayed the devilry of the corrupt politician.
- There was pure devilry in his cruel treatment of animals.
- The old castle seemed haunted by centuries of devilry and dark deeds.