undallying

/ˌʌndˈæliɪŋ/

Definitions

1. verb

To avoid or evade something unpleasant, often with the intention of maintaining a social appearance or reputation.

“The politician was accused of undallying the issue of corruption to maintain public support.”

2. noun

The act of avoiding or evading something unpleasant, often with the intention of maintaining a social appearance or reputation.

“The scandal was a case of undallying that ultimately damaged the company’s reputation.”

Synonyms

  • dodging
  • equivocating
  • evading

Antonyms

  • addressing
  • confronting