Question 236
HardOriginal questionChoose the word closest in meaning to the word in capitals.
The minister gave an EVASIVE reply to the reporter's question.
Show the answer and explanation
CorrectNot quiteAnswer D
Correct answer: D
Explanation
An evasive reply avoids answering directly. Indirect is the closest.
Worth noting
Invasive looks alike but means spreading into places where it is not wanted.
- Concept
- A word of the same meaning as "evasive"
- Typical timeTypical
- 30 s
- Your timeYours
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