What does AVERT mean?

avert

Part of Speech: verb

Definition: To prevent or ward off (something undesirable). To turn away or aside; to avoid.

Pronunciations: US: əˈvərt, UK: əˈvɜːt

Origin and Usage: The word "avert" comes from the Latin word "avertare" which means to turn away. The word has been in use in English since the 15th century.

Synonyms: prevent, avoid, ward off, deflect, sidestep, dodge, evade, circumvent, forestall, stave off, halt, stop, check, block.

Related Words: alert, overt, vertu, verts, verto.

Example Sentences:

• He tried to avert his gaze from the accident on the road.
• The government took measures to avert a financial crisis.
• She managed to avert a disaster by acting quickly.
• The company took steps to avert a strike by the workers.
• The pilot was able to avert a crash by making an emergency landing.