Cari
elusive
01
difficult to catch or capture
Example
The elusive fox darted through the underbrush, impossible to catch.
He spent hours chasing the elusive butterfly, but it always flew just out of reach.
The elusive fish kept swimming away, avoiding the net.
02
difficult to describe or put into words
Example
The concept of true happiness is elusive, difficult to describe clearly.
His feelings for her were elusive, making it hard for him to express them.
The beauty of the landscape was elusive, something words could n’t fully capture.
03
difficult to grasp mentally
Example
The concept of time felt elusive, slipping away no matter how hard they tried to focus.
The meaning behind her words was elusive, leaving him wondering what she truly meant.
The answer to the riddle remained elusive, despite their best efforts to solve it.
04
(of an idea, quality, etc.) difficult to define, describe, or fully comprehend
Example
The meaning behind the artwork had an elusive quality that left viewers pondering its message.
For me, the poem has an elusive charm that I ca n't quite put into words.
Understanding the complexities of human emotion can often feel like chasing something elusive.
05
tending to evade grasp or pursuit, remaining out of reach despite persistent effort
Example
The sunset ’s elusive beauty changed from one moment to the next, never allowing a single picture to capture its full glory.
The athlete ’s dream of winning an Olympic gold medal seemed increasingly elusive as injuries took their toll.
The sense of satisfaction was elusive, often fleeting despite significant achievements.
