1. the quality or state of being elusive; the tendency to evade, escape, or avoid being caught, understood, or defined
Usage: abstract noun; often used in philosophical or literary contexts

Examples

• The illusiveness of happiness makes it difficult for people to define what they truly want.
• Critics noted the illusiveness of the author's central argument throughout the novel.
• The illusiveness of the suspect frustrated the investigators for months.
• She appreciated the illusiveness of the painting's meaning, which allowed for multiple interpretations.
• The illusiveness of success in the entertainment industry keeps many aspiring actors motivated.
• Philosophers have long debated the illusiveness of free will.