EVADE
Scrabble letter values: E1V4A1D2E1 = 9
Definition
- verb avoid or try to avoid fulfilling, answering, or performing (duties, questions, or issues). — synonyms: hedge, fudge, put_off, circumvent, parry, elude, skirt, dodge
- verb escape, either physically or mentally. — synonyms: elude, bilk
- verb practice evasion.
- verb use cunning or deceit to escape or avoid.
Examples
- “He dodged the issue”
- “she skirted the problem”
- “They tend to evade their responsibilities”