Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
evade-a-question
verb
/ɪˈveɪd ə ˈkwɛsʧən/
Definition
To avoid answering a question directly.
Examples
- During the interview, the politician tried to evade a question about his scandal.
- She evaded my question by talking about her weekend plans instead.
Meaning
When someone evades a question, they skillfully avoid giving a clear or straightforward answer, often by changing the subject or providing an irrelevant response.
Synonyms
- avoid
- dodge
- skirt
- elude
- evade
