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elusive

The word “elusive” has 3 syllables: e-lu-sive

It's pronounced as /ɪˈluː.sɪv/

What is synonym and antonym for elusive?

In the thesaurus, “elusive” has 51 synonyms and 18 antonyms.

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

Synonyms for elusive

Antonyms for elusive

Meanings of elusive

  • adjective
    1. Evading capture, comprehension or remembrance.
    2. Difficult to make precise.
    3. Rarely seen.

Example Sentences

  • The solution to the puzzle was elusive, no matter how hard I tried.
  • True happiness often feels elusive to many people.
  • The criminal's whereabouts remain elusive to the police.
  • Success seemed elusive until he finally found the right strategy.
  • The concept of perfection is often elusive, changing with each perspective.

On this page you'll find 69 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to elusive, such as: accessible, ambiguous, approachable, attainable, attracting, available, baffling.

Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.

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