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evasive
e·va·sive [ i váyssiv ]


adjective 
Definition:
 
1. avoiding an issue: not giving a direct answer to a direct question, usually in order to conceal the truth
2. avoiding trouble: intended to avoid something unpleasant, e.g. trouble or an attack
took evasive action

e·va·sive·ly adverb
e·va·sive·ness noun
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