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EVASIVE

(adj.sat, adj.)

Definitions

There are 4 meanings of the word Evasive.

Evasive - as an adjective satellite

Deliberately vague or ambiguous

Example: "His answers were brief, constrained and evasive"

Avoiding or escaping from difficulty or danger especially enemy fire

Example: "Pilots are taught to take evasive action"

Evasive - as an adjective

Tending to avoid speaking openly or making revelations about oneself.

Directed towards avoidance or escape; evasive action.

Example Sentences

"He gave an evasive answer when asked about his whereabouts."
"The politician became evasive when questioned about his involvement in the scandal."
"The suspect remained evasive during the interrogation, refusing to answer most questions."
"Her evasive behavior made her friends suspicious."
"The company's CEO was criticized for his evasive tactics during the press conference."
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Word Game Points

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

EVASIVE has a SCRABBLE points total of 13.

Is EVASIVE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, evasive is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
EVASIVE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 15.

Is EVASIVE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, evasive is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
EVASIVE has a WORDFEUD points total of 13.

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