Is Another Word for Elude?

Some common synonyms of elude are avoid, escape, eschew, evade, and shun. While all these words mean "to get away or keep away from something," elude implies a slippery or baffling quality in the person or thing that escapes.

Is there such a word as elude?

verb (used with object), e·lud·ed, e·lud·ing. to avoid or escape by speed, cleverness, trickery, etc.; evade: to elude capture. to escape the understanding, perception, or appreciation of: The answer eludes me.

What are some antonyms of elude?

antonyms for elude
  • clarify.
  • clear up.
  • encourage.
  • help.
  • meet.
  • support.
  • encounter.
  • take on.
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