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:
avoid
bilk
body-swerve
break loose
circumvent
deflect
dodge
duck
eliminate
escape
eschew
evade
flee
get away from
lose
outrun
prevent
run away from
scape
shake
shake off
shun
steer clear of
Antonyms for elude:
abet
accept
aid
appear
arrive
assist
attend to
attract
be caught by
be honest
brave
clarify
clear up
come
come in
comfort
confront
continue
disclose
divulge
do
elucidate
encounter
encourage
enlighten
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The historical evolution of English has led to the silent 'e' and other silent letters, complicating syllable identification and pronunciation.
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