evasiveness in English
noun
[e'va·sive·ness || -nɪs]
quality of being evasive, tendency to shirk or avoid
Use "evasiveness" in a sentence
1. Characterized by indirectness, evasiveness, or complexity, as in action or language: a Circuitous method of inquiry; a Circuitous argument
2. Circumlocution (n.) "a roundabout way of speaking, studied indirection or evasiveness in speaking or writing," c
3. Affectedly modest or shy especially in a playful or provocative way [syn: demure , overmodest ] showing marked and often playful or irritating evasiveness or reluctance to make a definite or committing statement; "a politician coy about his intentions"