Evasive/ɪˈveɪsɪv/ Definition 1 of 2Pro Tip 1/3Hiding Truth Used when someone doesn't want to reveal information or be honest. Even when confronted, he remained evasive about his whereabouts that night. Pro Tip 2/3Changing Subjects Often used to subtly avoid answering by shifting the conversation. She gave an evasive reply, talking about the weather instead of her grades. Pro Tip 3/3Avoiding Commitment Can imply reluctance to make a clear decision or statement. His evasive comments left the team uncertain about the project's future.