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PREVENTS

(verb)

Definitions

There are 2 meanings of the word Prevents.

Prevents - 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

"Wearing a helmet prevents head injuries while cycling."
"Regular exercise prevents the onset of many diseases."
"Using sunblock prevents sunburn and skin damage."
"Installing a security system prevents burglaries."
"Practicing good hygiene prevents the spread of germs."
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Word Game Points

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

PREVENTS has a SCRABBLE points total of 13.

Is PREVENTS a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, prevents is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
PREVENTS has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 16.

Is PREVENTS a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, prevents is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
PREVENTS has a WORDFEUD points total of 14.

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