Synonyms of sidestep

Noun

1. sidestep, step

usage: a step to one side (as in boxing or dancing)

Verb

1. hedge, fudge, evade, put off, circumvent, parry, elude, skirt, dodge, duck, sidestep, avoid

usage: avoid or try to avoid fulfilling, answering, or performing (duties, questions, or issues); "He dodged the issue"; "she skirted the problem"; "They tend to evade their responsibilities"; "he evaded the questions skillfully"

Definition and meaning of sidestep (Dictionary)