Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
elusory
adjective
/ɪˈluːsəri/
Definition
Tending to evade capture or comprehension; deceptive.
Examples
- His promises felt elusory, slipping away just when they seemed most tangible.
- The beauty of the sunset was elusory, fading quickly as darkness fell.
- Many people find success to be an elusory goal, constantly pursued but seldom attained.
Meaning
Something that is elusory is difficult to grasp, understand, or define; it often suggests a quality of being elusive or slippery.
Synonyms
- evasive
- slippery
- ambiguous
- insubstantial
- fleeting
