FORESTALLED
(verb)Definitions
There are 6 meanings of the word
Forestalled.
Forestalled - as a verb
To prevent, delay or hinder something by taking precautionary or anticipatory measures; to avert.
Example: "Fred forestalled disaster by his prompt action."
To preclude or bar from happening, render impossible.
To purchase the complete supply of a good, particularly foodstuffs, in order to charge a monopoly price.
To anticipate, to act foreseeingly.
To deprive (with of).
To obstruct or stop up, as a road; to stop the passage of a highway; to intercept on the road, as goods on the way to market.
Example Sentences
"The team forestalled the opponents' attack with their strong defense."
"She forestalled any potential misunderstandings by clarifying her intentions."
"She forestalled any further questions by leaving the room."
"Tom forestalled his boss's anger by admitting his mistake first."
"Her quick intervention forestalled a potential disaster."
Word Game Points
Is FORESTALLED a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, forestalled is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
FORESTALLED has a SCRABBLE points total of 15.
Is FORESTALLED a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, forestalled is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordFORESTALLED has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 17.
Is FORESTALLED a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, forestalled is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordFORESTALLED has a WORDFEUD points total of 15.
