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elusively

/ɪˈluː.sɪv.li/
e · lu · sive · ly
Adjective:elusive
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• adverb

1

In a manner that is difficult to find, catch, or achieve.

Example

"The rare snow leopard moved elusively through the rocky mountain pass."

2

In a way that is hard to define, comprehend, or recall clearly.

Example

"The melody lingered elusively in her mind, just beyond her ability to hum it."

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• Nearby Words

elucidation
elude
elusive
elusively
elusiveness
elven
elver

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Elusively. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/elusively
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