devilish

/ˈdɛvəlɪʃ/adj
ElementaryNot in standard dictionaries
1

Resembling a devil.

2

Evil, wicked.

3

Roguish or mischievous.

4

Excessive, extreme.

Sound Patterns & Rhymes

Alliteration

Words starting with the same consonant sound — used in poetry and prose to create rhythm, emphasis, and memorable phrasing (e.g. “Peter Piper picked”)

Assonance

Words sharing similar vowel sounds regardless of starting letter — creates internal melody in writing

Consonance

Words sharing similar consonant sound patterns — adds texture and cohesion to writing

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