Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

evade

verb
/ɪˈveɪd/
Definition
To avoid or escape from something, especially by cleverness or trickery.
Examples
  • He tried to evade the question by changing the subject.
  • Many people search for ways to evade taxes but it is illegal.
  • She was able to evade capture and escape into the night.
Meaning
Evade means to steer clear of something or to avoid doing something, often through clever or deceptive means.
Synonyms
  • avoid
  • dodge
  • elude
  • escape
  • shun