avoid

Meaning of avoid in English

Verb

US /əˈvɔɪd/ UK /əˈvɔɪd/

1. stay away from someone or something you do not like; keep one’s distance from

Ann was embarrassed and tried to avoid us the next day.

2. deliberately not do something because it is dangerous, unpleasant, etc.; choose not to do

Avoid heavy or frequent alcohol use.

3. do something in order to prevent something bad from happening; escape

The car turned quickly to avoid hitting the bus.
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