elude

Meaning

Evade or escape from, typically in a skillful or cunning way; avoid being caught.

to escape from or avoid something, especially in a skillful or clever way

Example Sentences

The thief managed to elude the police.

The thief managed to elude the police.

Example Expressions

elude capture

Synonyms

evade, escape, dodge, avoid

Entry 1

evade, escape, dodge

Entry 2

evade, escape, dodge, avoid

Antonyms

confront, capture, encounter, face

Entry 1

confront, capture, encounter

Entry 2

face, confront

Collocations

elude capture, elude the police, elude understanding