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abwegig — meaning in English

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English meaning

devious adj Dishonest and cunning; willing to use underhand methods to get what one wants.

Senses

abwegig is used for these senses in English:

devious (literal, archaic) Roundabout, circuitous, deviating from the direct or ordinary route.
leftfield From out of left field; off-the-wall; unconventional.

devious — full definition

adj Dishonest and cunning; willing to use underhand methods to get what one wants.
adj Indirect or roundabout, rather than going straight to the point.

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

Related German words

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