Allude / Elude

This section of Exploring English describes usage of the English words 'allude' and 'elude'.

Allude is a verb meaning "to refer indirectly":

He alluded to a secret lover.

Elude is a verb meaning "to escape or avoid":

He eluded detection by her husband.

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