What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
escape
Example
The prisoner managed to escape from the jail by digging a tunnel. [escape: verb]
Example
She made an escape from the party when she realized she was uncomfortable. [escape: noun]
Example
I like to read books to escape reality for a while. [escape: verb]
evade
Example
He managed to evade the police by hiding in the basement. [evade: verb]
Example
She evaded the question by changing the subject. [evaded: past tense]
Example
The politician tried to evade responsibility for the scandal by blaming others. [evade: verb]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Escape is more commonly used than evade in everyday language, and is more versatile in its usage.
Whatโs the difference in the tone of formality between escape and evade?
Evade is typically associated with a more formal tone, while escape can be used in both formal and informal contexts.
