Meaning of the word prevent in English

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prevent

US /prɪˈvent/

UK /prɪˈvent/

keep (something) from happening or arising

Example:

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The new policy aims to prevent fraud.

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Wearing a helmet can prevent serious head injuries.

Synonym:

avert obviate forestall preclude impede

stop (someone) from doing something

Example:

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The police tried to prevent the protesters from entering the building.

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His injury will prevent him from playing in the match.

Synonym:

hinder obstruct inhibit restrain deter

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