131 entries under adjective topic. ×

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evasive(seek, deceitful, dubious, tricky)
21
slippery(false, uncertain, seek, dishonest)
17
subtle(mean, smooth, gentle, mild)
15
intangible(vague, mysterious, subtle, indefinite)
14
tricky(mean, smooth, smart, false)
11
fleeting(vague, impulsive, unpredictable, mysterious)
10
obscure(vague, mysterious, subtle, hazy)
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fugitive(noun, vague, mysterious, subtle)
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shifty(mean, smooth, smart, false)
8
insubstantial(mysterious, evasive)
8
ambiguous(vague, mysterious, subtle, hazy)
8
deceitful(mean, smooth, smart, deception)
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elusory(false, vague, deceitful, mysterious)
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deceptive(mean, smooth, smart, deception)
7
equivocal(mysterious, evasive)
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occult(mysterious, evasive)
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impalpable
6
evanescent(mysterious, evasive)
6
fallacious(mysterious, evasive)
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vague(false, subtle, hazy, insubstantial)
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