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eludes

The word “eludes” has 2 syllables: e-ludes

It's pronounced as /ɪˈluːdz/

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In the thesaurus, “eludes” has 42 synonyms and 9 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for eludes along with examples of usage in sentences.

Synonyms for eludes

Antonyms for eludes

Meanings of eludes

  • verb
    1. To evade, or escape from someone or something, especially by using cunning or skill.
    2. To shake off a pursuer; to give someone the slip.
    3. To escape understanding of; to be incomprehensible to.

Example Sentences

  • The solution to the problem eludes even the best mathematicians.
  • He keeps trying, but victory eludes him every time.
  • The exact cause of the disease eludes researchers.
  • The true meaning of the poem eludes many readers.
  • Despite his efforts, peace eludes the troubled region.

On this page you'll find 51 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to eludes, such as: accepts, averts, avoids, bans, bars, bypasses, catches.

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