Evasively: meaning, definitions and examples
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evasively
[ ɪˈveɪsɪvli ]
behavior style
Evasively refers to the manner of avoiding direct answers or responsibility. It suggests a tendency to escape from giving clear or straightforward responses.
Synonyms
ambiguously, elusively, indirectly, noncommittally.
Examples of usage
- He answered her questions evasively.
- She shifted the topic of conversation evasively.
- The politician spoke evasively about his plans.
- When confronted, he responded evasively.
- She used evasively phrased responses to dodge the topic.
Translations
Translations of the word "evasively" in other languages:
🇵🇹 evasivamente
🇮🇳 टालमटोल से
🇩🇪 evasive
🇮🇩 secara mengelak
🇺🇦 ухильно
🇵🇱 wykrętnie
🇯🇵 回避的に
🇫🇷 évasivement
🇪🇸 evasivamente
🇹🇷 kaçamak bir şekilde
🇰🇷 회피적으로
🇸🇦 بشكل مراوغ
🇨🇿 vyhýbavě
🇸🇰 vyhýbavo
🇨🇳 回避地
🇸🇮 izogibajoče
🇮🇸 forðast
🇰🇿 бұлыңғыр
🇬🇪 გამომცდელად
🇦🇿 qaçaraq
🇲🇽 evasivamente
Etymology
The term 'evasively' derives from the word 'evade,' which is rooted in the Latin 'evadere,' meaning 'to escape.' The suffix '-ly' is added to form an adverb, indicating the manner of action. The use of 'evasively' in English has evolved to denote a way of speaking or acting that seeks to avoid confrontation or clarity. It has been used since the late 19th century, capturing the essence of indirect communication. Over time, the term has found relevance in various contexts, especially in politics and personal interactions, where directness is often sidestepped.