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evasiveness

 

Definitions from WordNet

Noun evasiveness has 1 sense
  1. equivocation, prevarication, evasiveness - intentionally vague or ambiguous
    --1 is a kind of untruthfulness; ambiguity, equivocalness

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Evasiveness

Description:

Evasiveness refers to the act or quality of being intentionally vague, ambiguous, or avoiding giving a direct answer or response. It is often associated with the avoidance of giving straightforward or clear explanations.

Examples:

1. Noun:

a. Her evasiveness only deepened the mystery surrounding the incident.

b. The politician's evasiveness during the interview raised suspicions about his true intentions.

2. Adjective:

a. He responded with an evasive answer, trying to avoid a direct confrontation.

b. The suspect's evasive maneuvers made it difficult for the police to capture him.

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