avoidance (B2)

noun

Pronunciation: /əˈvɔɪdəns/

Definition

The act of keeping away from or preventing the occurrence of something.

Examples

• His avoidance of eye contact made it difficult to trust him.

• The company implemented new strategies for tax avoidance.

• She developed a coping mechanism of conflict avoidance.

How to Use avoidance

avoidance of (prepositional phrase)

The act of keeping away from a specific thing or situation. — "Her avoidance of social gatherings became noticeable."

avoidance behavior (collocation)

Actions taken to avoid something unpleasant. — "Panic attacks often lead to various avoidance behaviors."

Synonyms of avoidance

Words with a similar meaning to avoidance:

• evasion
• abstention
• circumvention
• eschewal

Antonyms of avoidance

Words with the opposite meaning to avoidance:

• confrontation
• engagement

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