What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
evader
Example
The company was accused of being a tax evader. [evader: noun]
Example
He is an expert at evading difficult questions. [evading: present participle]
deserter
Example
The soldier was court-martialed for being a deserter. [deserter: noun]
Example
She was fired for being a habitual job deserter. [deserter: adjective]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Deserter is less common than evader in everyday language, as it is more specific to military or job-related situations.
Whatโs the difference in the tone of formality between evader and deserter?
Both evader and deserter are formal words with negative connotations, but deserter is more formal and specific to military or job-related situations.
