Definitions
There are 4 meanings of the word
Evasion.
Evasion - as a noun
A statement that is not literally false but that cleverly avoids an unpleasant truth
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
equivocation26Hypernyms (Closely Related)
deceit9deception14misrepresentationHyponyms (Broadly Related)
The deliberate act of failing to pay money
Example: "His evasion of all his creditors"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
nonpayment17Hypernyms (Closely Related)
commerce16commercialism23mercantilism18Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Nonperformance of something distasteful (as by deceit or trickery) that you are supposed to do
Example: "His evasion of his clear duty was reprehensible"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
dodging11escape10Hypernyms (Closely Related)
carelessness14neglect10negligence14nonperformance23Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Example Sentences
"He was arrested for tax evasion."
"Her constant evasion of my questions frustrated me."
"The politician's evasion during the press conference raised suspicions."
"The criminal's evasion of capture lasted for months."
"The detective saw through the suspect's evasion tactics."
Word Game Points
Is EVASION a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, evasion is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
EVASION has a SCRABBLE points total of 10.
Is EVASION a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, evasion is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordEVASION has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 12.
Is EVASION a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, evasion is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordEVASION has a WORDFEUD points total of 10.
