word
Avert
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/ʌˈvɜːrt/Listen
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Syllable breakdown
avert
Dictionary meaning
To turn away or aside.
Examples
- They averted their eyes when the King entered.
- We will try to avert disaster by being better prepared.
Synonyms: turn away
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