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devilishly Antonyms
Opposite of devilishly
Because the opposite of devilishly shifts with each meaning, the 14 antonyms and opposite words below are separated across 3 exact definitions and ranked by contrast strength.
• adverb (Context 1)
To an extreme, intense, or excessive degree; exceedingly (often modifying adjectives denoting difficulty, cleverness, or complexity).
Usage Example
"The final mathematics puzzle proved slightly difficult to solve within the allotted hour."
Strongest
slightly
Strong
barely
mildly
hardly
moderately
• adverb (Context 2)
In a playfully wicked, roguish, or mischievous manner.
Usage Example
"He grinned innocently after hiding his sister's birthday present behind the bookshelf."
Strongest
innocently
angelically
Strong
earnestly
sincerely
• adverb (Context 3)
In a cruel, malicious, or diabolical manner; like a devil.
Usage Example
"The villainous character plotted angelically to ruin the reputation of his political rival."
Strongest
angelically
benevolently
Strong
saintly
virtuously
compassionately
kindly
Similar words to devilishly
Words similar to devilishly shift depending on context. Common synonyms include:
fiendishly
mischievously
diabolically
impishly
wickedly
roguishly
demonically
exceedingly
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Wordmom. (2026). Antonyms for Devilishly. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/antonyms/devilishly