1. Tending to evade or avoid something, especially the truth; not direct or straightforward
He gave an evasive answer when asked about his whereabouts.
Ele deu uma resposta evasiva quando perguntaram sobre seu paradeiro.
2. Relating to or characterized by evasion or avoidance
The politician's evasive tactics frustrated the interviewer.
As táticas evasivas do político frustraram o entrevistador.
3. Skillful at avoiding something; elusive
The criminal's evasive maneuvers helped him escape the police.
As manobras evasivas do criminoso o ajudaram a escapar da polícia.