Elude

Pronunciation: /ɪˈluːd/

Elude (verb)

  1. To avoid being seen, noticed, or caught, especially when someone tries to find you.
  2. To be difficult to understand or remember, so it does not become clear to you.
  3. To keep moving away from you, so you cannot reach it or hold it.

Examples

  • The thief eluded notice during the busy crowd.
  • Her mistake eluded the teacher at first.