elusive Meaning & Definition
What Does Elusive Mean?
Elusive is used as an adjective meaning Evading capture, comprehension or remembrance. It can also mean Difficult to make precise.
Quick Facts About Elusive
| Part of speech | adjective |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | /ɪˈl(j)uː.sɪv/ |
| Syllables | 3 |
| Synonyms | artful, subtle and impalpable |
| Comparative / superlative | more elusive, most elusive |
Elusive Definition (Adjective)
- Evading capture, comprehension or remembrance.
The elusive criminal was arrested
- Difficult to make precise.
- Rarely seen.
Synonyms of Elusive
Elusive synonyms and antonyms →Elusive in a Sentence
The elusive criminal was arrested
A precise definition of diarrhea is elusive (Robbin's pathology, 8th ed)
Word Forms & Grammar
elusive (comparative more elusive, superlative most elusive)
Words That Rhyme With Elusive
Origin of Elusive
From Latin elusus, past participle of eludo (“to parry a blow, to deceive”).
How Do You Say Elusive?
The standard pronunciation of elusive is /ɪˈl(j)uː.sɪv/, spoken in 3 syllables, with the main stress on the second syllable (l(j)uː).
Common Questions About Elusive
What part of speech is elusive?
Elusive is an adjective.
What is another word for elusive?
You can replace elusive with words such as artful, subtle and impalpable. See the full list of elusive synonyms and antonyms.
What are the comparative and superlative forms of elusive?
The comparative form is more elusive and the superlative form is most elusive.