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a·vert
 avert
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- pronunciation:
vuhrt
- features:
- Word Combinations (verb), Word Parts
| part of speech: |
verb |
| inflections: |
averts, averting, averted |
| definition 1: |
to turn away or aside.
She averted her eyes from the horrible sight.- synonyms:
- turn
- similar words:
- divert, ward
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| definition 2: |
to keep from happening; prevent.
The pilot's skillful handling of the ship averted an accident.- synonyms:
- prevent, ward off
- similar words:
- avoid, frustrate
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| related words: |
evade, repel |
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