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avoid

verb(a-void)

prevent the occurrence of; prevent from happening

Synonyms: avert, debar, deflect, fend off, forefend, forfend, head off, obviate, stave off, ward off,

Examples:

Let's avoid a confrontation.

avoid

verb(a-void)

declare invalid

Synonyms: annul, invalidate, nullify, quash, void,

avoid

verb(a-void)

refrain from certain foods or beverages

Synonyms: keep off,

Examples:

During Ramadan, Muslims avoid tobacco during the day.

avoid

verb(a-void)

refrain from doing something

Examples:

He should avoid publishing his wife's memories.

avoid

verb(a-void)

stay clear from; keep away from; keep out of the way of someone or something

Antonyms: confront,

Examples:

Her former friends now avoid her.

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