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Elusive

Verb Another word for elusive — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Elusive means difficult to find, catch, or achieve.

Synonyms & similar words

knotty subtle problematical baffling problematic tough evasive slippery tricky elusory hard-to-catch escaping fugitive intangible transient imperceptible inconspicuous hard-to-find ambiguous unclear vague obscure mysterious cryptic enigmatic puzzling

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