elusive
/ɪˈluːsɪv/
e · lu · sive
ɪ · ˈluː · sɪv
English Definition
adj. hard to grasp or capture
Significado en Español
esquivo, elusivo
Nghĩa Tiếng Việt
khó nắm bắt, mơ hồ
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Memory Aid / 记忆技巧
comes from root lud (play), e- (out) + lude → escape
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Practice — Synonym (ISEE Verbal)
Which of the following words is closest in meaning to “elusive”?
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A
conspicuous
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B
evasive
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C
obvious
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D
straightforward
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B — evasive.
“elusive” means adj. hard to grasp or capture
Common questions about “elusive”
What does “elusive” mean?
elusive — adj. hard to grasp or capture. In Chinese: 难以捉摸的，难以捕捉的.
How do you pronounce “elusive”?
elusive is pronounced /ɪˈluːsɪv/. It breaks into 3 syllables: e · lu · sive.
Is “elusive” an ISEE Upper-level word?
Yes. elusive appears on the iSEE Vocab Upper list, which covers 804 words for the ISEE and SSAT.
How can I remember “elusive”?
comes from root lud (play), e- (out) + lude → escape
