Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
runaround
noun
/ˈrʌnəˌraʊnd/
Definition
An evasive response or action taken to avoid answering a question or fulfilling a request.
Examples
- When I asked for help, all I got was a runaround from the customer service department.
- After several calls, I felt like I was just getting the runaround instead of a real solution.
Meaning
The term ‘runaround’ refers to a situation where someone is given vague or misleading information, often to delay or avoid direct engagement. It can also refer to a series of actions that involve unnecessary delays.
Synonyms
- evasion
- subterfuge
- prevarication
- delay
- obfuscation
