avoid
/əˈvɔɪd/
a · void
ə · ˈvɔɪd
English Definition
v. keep away from, prevent
Significado en Español
evitar
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Memory Aid / 记忆技巧
a(distance from)+void(empty)
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Practice — Synonym (ISEE Verbal)
In order to maintain peace and harmony at the office, Jake tries to avoid unnecessary conflicts. Which word is a synonym for “avoid”?
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A
endorse
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B
evade
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C
welcome
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D
challenge
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B — evade.
“avoid” means v. keep away from, prevent
Common questions about “avoid”
What does “avoid” mean?
avoid — v. keep away from, prevent. In Chinese: 避免,躲开.
How do you pronounce “avoid”?
avoid is pronounced /əˈvɔɪd/. It breaks into 2 syllables: a · void.
Is “avoid” an ISEE Middle-level word?
Yes. avoid appears on the iSEE Vocab Middle list, which covers 672 words for the ISEE and SSAT.
How can I remember “avoid”?
a(distance from)+void(empty)