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evasive

[/ɪˈveɪsɪv/]
adjective
evasivo
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.
Synonyms
elusiveelusoryavoidantindirectvaguenoncommittalshifty
Antonyms
directstraightforwardhonestfrankcandidopen

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
evasivo
Most common usage across Brazil
São Paulo
evasivo
Standard usage
Rio de Janeiro
evasivo
Standard usage, sometimes 'que evita' in casual speech
Portugal
evasivo
Standard European Portuguese usage

Related Idioms & Phrases

take evasive action
evasive maneuver
beat around the bush
dodge the question
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