EVASION Synonyms: 26 Similar and Opposite Words

evasion

noun

i-ˈvā-zhən

as in escape

the act or a means of getting or keeping away from something undesirable pleading chronic back pain is my standard evasion for doing any heavy lifting

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Recent Examples of evasion Fare evasion emerged as a major focus of the letter. —

Cbs News Atlanta Digital Team, CBS News, 17 June 2026 Indeed, the belief that America’s destiny is larger than a troubled present assists the evasion. —

Literary Hub, 15 June 2026 Earlier this year, Cagle told the city council that around half of all bus and light rail riders are not paying their fares, with rail evasion the most common occurrence. —

Dj Simmons, Charlotte Observer, 12 June 2026 Washington Metro saw fare evasion drop dramatically after similar upgrades. —

Chicago Tribune, 11 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for evasion

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Noun

There were few escape attempts because of the remote location of the state.

— Helaine Williams, Arkansas Online, 20 June 2026
The rebrand is still finding its footing as businesses learn how to balance a peaceful escape into farmland with a bustling tourism industry.

— Delia Rose Sauer, Miami Herald, 19 June 2026