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What is an adjective form of evade?

There isn't a commonly used adjective form of "evade" in English.

Here's why:

* "Evade" is a verb: It describes an action (to avoid or escape).

* Adjectives describe nouns: They tell us more about a person, place, or thing.

While there are no direct adjective forms, you can use other words to convey similar meanings:

* Evasive: This adjective describes someone or something that avoids giving direct answers or information.

* Elusive: This adjective describes something that is difficult to find or capture, often because it is sneaky or elusive.

* Dodging: This is a more informal adjective that implies skillful avoidance of something.

Example:

* Instead of: "The suspect gave an *evade* response."

* You could say: "The suspect gave an *evasive* response."

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