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elusive
01
difficult to catch or capture
Examples
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.
02
difficult to describe or put into words
Examples
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.
03
difficult to grasp mentally
Examples
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.
04
(of an idea, quality, etc.) difficult to define, describe, or fully comprehend
Examples
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.
05
tending to evade grasp or pursuit, remaining out of reach despite persistent effort
Examples
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.
