Synonyms for Prevent
Definition of prevent
- verb
- keep from happening or arising; make impossible; "My sense of tact forbids an honest answer"; "Your role in the projects precludes your involvement in the competitive project"
- stop (someone or something) from doing something or being in a certain state; "We must prevent the cancer from spreading"; "His snoring kept me from falling asleep"; "Keep the child from eating the marbles"
5 synonyms found
Writing tips for "prevent"
Choosing the right synonym depends on context, tone, and audience. Words like forbid, foreclose, forestall can replace "prevent" 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 5 alternatives available, "prevent" 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.
"Prevent" in song lyrics
See how prevent is used in real songs:
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"Kids will always be makin bids so you can't prevent"
3rd Bass — Product of the Environment (Remix) -
"Pulling swords, don't matter, if you try and prevent"
Dom Pachino f/ Chapel, NLZ — The Score -
"Always know the verbs, from the mouth that I prevent"
Dom Pachino f/ Chapel, NLZ — The Score