elusive

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(e-lu-sive) 3 syllables

Definition

adjective. difficult to find or catch.

Example Sentence

The police could not catch the elusive thief.

More Example Sentences

She found the solution elusive and confusing.

Synonyms

hard to catch; evasive; slippery

Antonyms

obvious; clear; easy

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Rhymes

  • abusive
  • allusive
  • collusive
  • conclusive
  • conducive
  • elusive
  • exclusive
  • illusive
  • inclusive
  • intrusive
  • obtrusive
  • reclusive

  • inconclusive
  • nonexclusive
  • unobtrusive
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