Synonyms for Avoid
Definition of avoid
verb
- stay clear from; keep away from; keep out of the way of someone or something; "Her former friends now avoid her"
- prevent the occurrence of; prevent from happening; "Let's avoid a confrontation"; "head off a confrontation"; "avert a strike"
- refrain from doing something; "She refrains from calling her therapist too often"; "He should avoid publishing his wife's memories"
9 synonyms found
Writing tips for "avoid"
Choosing the right synonym depends on context, tone, and audience. Words like annul, avert, debar can replace "avoid" depending on the shade of meaning you need. In poetry and songwriting, swapping synonyms lets you match a rhyme scheme or meter without changing your meaning. In prose, varying your word choice avoids repetition and keeps readers engaged.
With 9 alternatives available, "avoid" gives you flexibility across registers — from formal to casual, from literary to conversational. Try pairing these synonyms with our rhyme finder to discover words that both mean and sound like what you need.
"Avoid" in song lyrics
See how avoid is used in real songs:
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"This is simply God's work, you can't avoid"
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"this is simply gods work, you can't avoid"
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"No hog, I'm concealin my cries, avoid"
(The Alchemist f/) AZ — Professional Style