elude
verbHow many syllables in elude?
There are 2 syllables in the word elude.How to pronounce elude:
Definition of elude:
- elude (verb):
- to avoid adroitly evade
- escape, either physically or mentally.
- to avoid or escape from (someone or something)
Synonyms for elude:
eschewescapeduckshakeeliminatepreventlosefleeshundodgeShow 6 more
Antonyms for elude:
encouragefacecontinueenlightenbraveelucidatewaitstaystandrelieveShow 15 more
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