avoid

A2
Pronunciation
/əˈvɔɪd/
Verb
11 definition(s)
1 Definition

To try not to meet or communicate with (a person); to shun

2 Definition

To keep away from; to keep clear of; to stay away from

Example Sentences
  • I try to avoid the company of gamblers.
3 Definition

To try not to do something or to have something happen

4 Definition

To make empty; to clear.

5 Definition

To make void, to annul; to refute (especially a contract).

6 Definition

To defeat or evade; to invalidate.

7 Definition

To emit or throw out; to void.

8 Definition

To leave, evacuate; to leave as empty, to withdraw or come away from.

9 Definition

To get rid of.

10 Definition

To retire; to withdraw, depart, go away.

11 Definition

To become void or vacant.