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avert Synonyms

Another word for avert

Choosing another word for avert depends on context, so the 14 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• verb (Context 1)

To prevent or ward off an undesirable occurrence, danger, or crisis.

Usage Example

"Quick diplomatic negotiations helped prevent a major trade dispute between the two nations."

Strongest
prevent
avoid
stave off
ward off
Strong
forestall
preclude
head off
deter
fend off
foil

• verb (Context 2)

To turn away or direct aside (especially one's eyes, gaze, or thoughts).

Usage Example

"She had to turn away her eyes from the bright glare of the oncoming headlights."

Strongest
turn away
Strong
divert
deflect
shift

Opposites of avert

The opposite of avert shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:

cause
bring about
provoke
precipitate
fix
focus
direct
invite
See all opposites of avert

• Nearby Words

averseness
aversion
aversive
avert
avertable
avian
aviary

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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Avert. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/avert
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