
Evasive
Hiding Truth
Used when someone doesn't want to reveal information or be honest.

Even when confronted, he remained evasive about his whereabouts that night.
Changing Subjects
Often used to subtly avoid answering by shifting the conversation.

She gave an evasive reply, talking about the weather instead of her grades.
Avoiding Commitment
Can imply reluctance to make a clear decision or statement.

His evasive comments left the team uncertain about the project's future.
Compare with
AmbiguousAvoidElusiveEquivocalEvadeIndirectShiftySlippery
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