evasion
4 synonyms and 1 antonym for evasion, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — The act of avoiding something, especially a direct answer, duty, or obligation, often through trickery.
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How to use evasion
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tax evasion
evasion of responsibility
Etymology
From Old French évasion, from Late Latin ēvāsiō, from the same root as evade.
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What does “evasion” mean?
The word “evasion” means the act of avoiding something, especially a direct answer, duty, or obligation, often through trickery. In plain terms, dodging something, usually a question, duty, or legal obligation.
How do you pronounce “evasion”?
“Evasion” is pronounced ih-VAY-zhuhn (/ɪˈveɪʒən/ in IPA).
How do you use “evasion” in a sentence?
Here is “evasion” used in a sentence: “His evasion of the question only made people more suspicious.”
What part of speech is “evasion”?
“Evasion” is a noun.
Where does the word “evasion” come from?
The word “evasion” comes from Late Latin. From Old French évasion, from Late Latin ēvāsiō, from the same root as evade.
Is “evasion” a common word?
“Evasion” is an uncommon word in modern English.
