Evasión (en. Escape)
/eβaˈsjon/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishSpanish
noun
Action of avoiding fulfillment of an obligation or responsibility.
Tax evasion is a serious crime.
La evasión de impuestos es un delito grave.
Movement or action that consists of dodging someone or something.
Evading the police required a lot of cunning.
La evasión de la policía requería mucha astucia.
Option to withdraw from a difficult or uncomfortable situation.
He sought evasion in reading novels.
Buscó la evasión en la lectura de novelas.
Etymology
It derives from the Latin 'evasio', which means 'the act of leaving' or 'escape'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
tax evasion
Illegal practice of not paying the corresponding taxes.
evasión de impuestos
evasion of responsibilities
Action of failing to fulfill established obligations or duties.
evasión de responsabilidades
theatrical evasion
Use of actions or dialogues that divert attention from the main topic.
evasión teatral
Related Words
evade
Escape or evade something, especially a responsibility.
evadir
elude
To cleverly or skillfully avoid a commitment or difficulty.
eludir
exile
Forced separation of a person from their country, which can be interpreted as evasion of justice.
exilio
Slang Meanings
Evasion of reality.
Many young people seek evasion of reality through social networks.
Muchos jóvenes buscan la evasión de la realidad a través de las redes sociales.
Evasion in class.
Evasion in class is frowned upon by teachers.
La evasión en clase está mal vista por los profesores.