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EVADE

(verb)

Definitions

There are 4 meanings of the word Evade.

How to pronounce evade:

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Evade - as a verb

Avoid or try to avoid fulfilling, answering, or performing (duties, questions, or issues)

Example: "He dodged the issue"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
circumvent19dodge8duck11elude6fudge10hedge10parry10put offsidestep11skirt9
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
avoid9
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Escape, either physically or mentally

Example: "The thief eluded the police"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
bilk10elude6

Practice evasion

Example: "This man always hesitates and evades"

Use cunning or deceit to escape or avoid

Example: "The con man always evades"

Example Sentences

"He tried to evade the police by running down an alley."
"The politician refused to answer the question and instead tried to evade it."
"She managed to evade capture by hiding in the attic."
"The company used loopholes to evade paying taxes."
"He always evades responsibility and blames others for his mistakes."
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Word Game Points

Is EVADE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, evade is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

EVADE has a SCRABBLE points total of 9.

Is EVADE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, evade is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
EVADE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 10.

Is EVADE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, evade is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
EVADE has a WORDFEUD points total of 9.

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