tax evasion

noun

1. the nonpayment of taxes, as through the failure to report taxable income.

tax evasion

noun

1. reduction or minimization of tax liability by illegal methods Compare tax avoidance

Word History and Origins

Origin of tax evasion¹

First recorded in 1920–25

Example Sentences

A former marine and FBI agent, Grimm, 54, represented Staten Island and part of Brooklyn in the House of Representatives, but resigned months before being convicted of tax evasion in 2015.

From BBC

Huizar pleaded guilty in January to tax evasion and racketeering charges.

From Los Angeles Times

“That is what I feel most. It is tax evasion and it’s unforgivable.”

From BBC

Todd Chrisley has reportedly been removed from his position as a chaplain’s assistant at the Florida prison where he is currently serving 10 years for tax evasion, fraud and conspiracy.

From Los Angeles Times

The tax evasion charges filed against Binance by the Federal Inland Revenue Service will still be pursued in court.

From BBC