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PREVENT

(verb)

Definitions

There are 2 meanings of the word Prevent.

How to pronounce prevent:

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Prevent - as a verb

Stop (someone or something) from doing something or being in a certain state

Example: "We must prevent the cancer from spreading"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
keep
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
let

Example Sentences

"Regular exercise can help prevent many chronic diseases."
"Washing your hands can prevent the spread of germs."
"Wearing a seatbelt can prevent serious injuries in car accidents."
"The police erected barriers to prevent access to the crime scene."
"Installing a security system can help prevent burglaries."
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Word Game Points

Is PREVENT a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, prevent is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

PREVENT has a SCRABBLE points total of 12.

Is PREVENT a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, prevent is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
PREVENT has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 15.

Is PREVENT a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, prevent is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
PREVENT has a WORDFEUD points total of 13.

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