Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

dodge

verb
/dɒdʒ/
Definition
To avoid something by a sudden or quick movement.
Examples
  • He managed to dodge the ball just in time.
  • During the debate, she dodged the questions about her past.
  • We had to dodge traffic while crossing the road.
Meaning
Dodge refers to the act of moving quickly to avoid a person, object, or situation.
Synonyms
  • evade
  • avoid
  • elude
  • escape