Evasive Meaning
/ɪˈveɪsɪv/Definition, CEFR level C1, pronunciation, examples, and quiz.
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Definition
adjTending to avoid speaking openly or making revelations about oneself.
adjDirected towards avoidance or escape
Sentence Examples
He was given an evasive answer.
Why were you being so evasive?
Yanni didn't maintain eye contact and was evasive.
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CEFR Practice Quiz
Her ____ answer made the detective suspect she was hiding something.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
The pilot took ____ action to avoid a mid-air collision with the unidentified drone.
Word Origin & History
From French évasif, from Latin ēvādō.
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CEFR Practice Quiz
Her ____ answer made the detective suspect she was hiding something.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
The pilot took ____ action to avoid a mid-air collision with the unidentified drone.