evaded

[ih-veyd]

evaded Definition

• 1. to escape or avoid something, especially by using deceit or cleverness
• 2. to dodge or sidestep something, such as a question or responsibility

Using evaded: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "evaded" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  The thief evaded the police by hiding in an alley.

• Example

  She evaded my question about her whereabouts last night.

• Example

  He tried to evade his responsibilities by blaming others.

evaded Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for evaded

• avoid
• dodge
• elude
• escape
• shirk

Antonyms for evaded

• confront
• face
• meet

Phrases with evaded

• evade taxes

  to avoid paying taxes, usually illegally

  Example

  He was caught evading taxes and had to pay a hefty fine.

• evade the issue

  to avoid discussing or addressing a particular topic or question

  Example

  The politician kept evading the issue of climate change during the debate.

• evade capture

  to avoid being caught or captured by someone

  Example

  The fugitive managed to evade capture for several months before being apprehended.

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Summary: evaded in Brief

The verb 'evaded' [ih-veyd] means to escape or avoid something, often through deceit or cleverness. It can also mean to dodge or sidestep a question or responsibility. Examples include 'The thief evaded the police by hiding in an alley' and 'She evaded my question about her whereabouts last night.' Phrases include 'evade taxes,' 'evade the issue,' and 'evade capture.'