How to Pronounce "evasion"
word
iˈveɪʒən/, /ɪˈveɪʒən
ee-VAY-zhuhn or ih-VAY-zhuhn
ɪvˈeɪʒən
ih-VAY-zhuhn
Definition
The act of avoiding something, especially rules, questions, or responsibilities, often in a dishonest or sneaky way.
IPA Transcription
American English
iˈveɪʒən/, /ɪˈveɪʒən
British English
ɪvˈeɪʒən
Simplified Pronunciation
US
ee-VAY-zhuhn or ih-VAY-zhuhn
UK
ih-VAY-zhuhn
Listen in Context
Tax evasion is illegal in most countries.
Her evasion of the question made everyone suspicious.
Evasion of responsibility can harm a team.
The politician’s evasion of tough questions frustrated reporters.