evade
12 synonyms for evade, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Verb — To cleverly avoid or escape something, such as a person, question, or duty.
Synonyms
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Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use evade
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
evade taxes
evade capture
evade the question
Etymology
From Latin ēvādō, "to go out or escape" — from ē- ("out of") + vādō ("to go, walk"), related to wade.
Full origin of evade →Frequently asked questions
What does “evade” mean?
The word “evade” means to cleverly avoid or escape something, such as a person, question, or duty. In plain terms, to dodge or slip away from something using cleverness rather than force.
How do you pronounce “evade”?
“Evade” is pronounced ih-VAYD (/ɪˈveɪd/ in IPA).
How do you use “evade” in a sentence?
Here is “evade” used in a sentence: “He evaded the reporter's question with a joke.”
What is another word for “evade”?
Words with a similar meaning to “evade” include equivocate, shuffle, dodge, end-run, sidestep and give the go-by.
What part of speech is “evade”?
“Evade” is a verb.
Where does the word “evade” come from?
The word “evade” comes from Latin. From Latin ēvādō, "to go out or escape" — from ē- ("out of") + vādō ("to go, walk"), related to wade.
Is “evade” a common word?
“Evade” is an uncommon word in modern English.
