Meaning
insidious, tricky
- Deceptive, subtle, or containing hidden dangers.
- Posing unexpected difficulties or traps.
In a sentence
Il professore ha fatto una domanda insidiosa durante l'esame.
The professor asked a tricky question during the exam.
Quella curva bagnata è particolarmente insidiosa per i motociclisti.
That wet bend is particularly treacherous for motorcyclists.
Non sottovalutare questo problema: è più insidioso di quanto sembri.
Do not underestimate this problem: it is trickier than it seems.
Word forms (4)
| Word | Word forms |
|---|---|
| insidioso | masculine · singular |
| insidiosa | feminine · singular |
| insidiosi | masculine · plural |
| insidiose | feminine · plural |
Usage notes
- Used for both physical hazards (roads, icy surfaces) and abstract issues (questions, illnesses, traps).