1. put-off - Noun
2. put-off - Adjective
3. put-off - Verb
A shift for evasion or delay; an evasion; an excuse.
Source: Webster's dictionaryput off
He dodged the issue Source: Internet
she skirted the problem Source: Internet
They tend to evade their responsibilities Source: Internet
he evaded the questions skillfully Source: Internet
The constant attention of the young man confused her Source: Internet
let's postpone the exam Source: Internet