Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
evasion
noun
/ɪˈveɪ.ʒən/
Definition
the act of avoiding something or escaping from a situation, especially in a deliberate manner.
Examples
- He was accused of tax evasion for not reporting his income.
- The evasion of questions during the interview raised suspicions.
- She used clever tricks for evasion during the game.
Meaning
Evasion refers to the action of avoiding or escaping something, often in a way that is not straightforward. It can pertain to avoiding responsibilities or difficult situations, or it can refer to circumventing laws or rules.
Synonyms
- avoidance
- elusion
- escape
- dodging
- circumvention
