preventing (B1)

verb

Pronunciation: /prɪˈvɛntɪŋ/

Definition

Stopping something from happening or stopping someone from doing something.

Examples

• The police are trying to prevent crime in the city.

• Good insulation can help in preventing heat loss from your home.

• She was preventing him from leaving by blocking the door.

How to Use preventing

prevent someone from doing something (prepositional phrase)

To stop a person from performing an action. — "The security guard was preventing the fans from entering the restricted area."

prevent something from happening (prepositional phrase)

To stop an event or situation from occurring. — "We are taking steps to prevent the spread of misinformation."

Synonyms of preventing

Words with a similar meaning to preventing:

• stop
• avoid
• hinder
• deter

Antonyms of preventing

Words with the opposite meaning to preventing:

• allowing
• enabling

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