elusive
/ɪˈluːsɪv/
English C1 · AdvancedadjectiveDescribing things
elusive (adjective) means difficult to find, catch or achieve.
Persian: گریزان، دستنیافتنی
Meaning of elusive
| Word | elusive |
|---|---|
| Definition | difficult to find, catch or achieve |
| Persian | گریزان، دستنیافتنی |
| Pronunciation | /ɪˈluːsɪv/ |
| Part of speech | adjective |
| Level | C1 (Advanced) |
Example sentence
Success remained elusive for years.
موفقیت سالها دستنیافتنی ماند.
Word forms of elusive
| Word class | Form |
|---|---|
| adjective | elusive |
| verb | elude |
Synonyms of elusive
evasive, slippery
Common phrases with elusive
- elusive goal
- remain elusive
- an elusive animal
Related English words
compellingso interesting or convincing that you cannot ignore it · C1comprehensiveincluding everything or almost everything · C1inherentexisting as a natural and permanent part of something · C1intricatehaving many small parts or details that fit together · C1profoundvery great or deep; showing deep thought · C1resilientable to recover quickly from difficulties · C1substantiallarge in amount, size or importance · C1superficialonly on the surface; not deep or thorough · C1
Questions about elusive
What does elusive mean?
elusive (adjective) means difficult to find, catch or achieve.
What is the Persian meaning of elusive?
elusive means گریزان، دستنیافتنی in Persian.
What level is the word elusive?
elusive is a English C1 (advanced) word.
What is another word for elusive?
Words close in meaning to elusive include evasive, slippery.
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