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Definitions

evasive

[ih-vey-siv] / ɪˈveɪ sɪv /
ADJECTIVE
deceitful, tricky
Synonyms
STRONGEST
ambiguous cagey deceptive false misleading unclear vague
WEAK
casuistic casuistical cunning devious dissembling elusive elusory equivocating fugitive greasy indirect intangible lying oblique prevaricating shifty shuffling slippery sly sophistical stonewalling
Antonyms
STRONGEST
clear definite honest truthful
WEAK
direct forthright ready straight straightforward

Example Sentences

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Speaking on the eve of his side's home game against high-flying Aston Villa, he was evasive when asked about the United job.

From Barron's • Jan. 6, 2026

His reply was evasive to say the least:

From Slate • Jan. 5, 2026

In a news conference on Monday, Maresca was evasive when asked to elaborate on the remarks that followed Saturday's 2-0 victory at Stamford Bridge.

From BBC • Dec. 15, 2025

Complicating his situation further is his uncertain relationship with the spy-catcher—or “termite-hunter”—Faith, who is warm and friendly one minute, elusive and evasive the next.

From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 12, 2025

The ship careened to one side, taking evasive maneuvers.

From "The House of Hades" by Rick Riordan

From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.