Evasion

Podcast 1 · Introduction

Evasion

A documentary-style narration: origin, meaning, and feel.

Part of speech

noun

Pronunciation

ih-VAY-zhun  /ɪˈveɪʒ(ə)n/

Definition

The action of escaping or avoiding something, especially a duty, question, or pursuer; the practice of evading.

Plain meaning

Getting away from — or cleverly avoiding — something you are supposed to face.

Register

Neutral to mildly negative. Often carries legal or moral weight.