sidestep

verb
UK: /ˈsaɪdˌstep/
US: /ˈsaɪdˌstep/

  1. To avoid something, like a problem or question.

    1. He tried to sidestep the issue.
    2. The politician attempted to sidestep difficult questions during the interview.

  2. To step to the side to avoid someone or something.

    1. I had to sidestep a puddle.
    2. She deftly managed to sidestep the oncoming bicycle on the crowded path.

Synonyms

bypass dodge circumvent avoid evade
sidestep noun

  1. A step taken to the side.

    1. He did a quick sidestep.
    2. With a skillful sidestep, the dancer avoided colliding with her partner.

  2. An action taken to avoid an issue or problem.

    1. It was a clever sidestep.
    2. His carefully planned sidestep allowed him to bypass the awkward conversation.

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "sidestep" in English means: To avoid something, like a problem or question., To step to the side to avoid someone or something..

The phonetic transcription of "sidestep" is /ˈsaɪdˌstep/ in British English and /ˈsaɪdˌstep/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "sidestep": bypass, dodge, circumvent, avoid, evade.

Example usage of "sidestep": "He tried to sidestep the issue.". More examples on the page.