“Allusive” vs. “Elusive”: What’s the Difference?
Jun 9, 2023
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The difference between “allusive” and “elusive”
- Allusive relates to indirect reference, while elusive relates to something difficult to find or capture.
- Allusive requires knowledge of a subject, while elusive is a difficulty in itself.
- Allusive is often used in literature, while elusive can refer to actual objects or subjects.
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What is the definition of “allusive” and “elusive”?
Allusive
- Allusive refers to something that alludes to or suggests another thing without directly stating it.
- It can be a reference that is not immediately evident or requires knowledge of a particular subject matter.
- It is often used in literature, poetry, or speech to communicate an idea indirectly.
Elusive
- Elusive refers to something that is difficult to find, achieve, or remember.
- It can also mean something that is difficult to define or understand.
- Elusive can be used to describe a person or animal that is difficult to catch or capture.
Which is the more popular variant on the Internet?
“Elusive” is the more popular variant on the web.
Allusive
1,560,000 results on the web
Examples
- Her speech was allusive, leaving her audience to fill in the gaps.
- They strongly suspected the allusive reference in the poem was directed at their boss.
- The allusive nature of the film made it difficult for me to appreciate its meaning.
More popular
Elusive
135,000,000 results on the web
Examples
- The elusive thief managed to evade capture for years.
- The elusive answer to the math problem continued to elude her.
- The elusive butterfly was finally caught after hours of chasing it.
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