prevent
/pɹɪˈvɛnt/
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Also seen as: prevents · preventing · prevented
Meaning · English
To stop (an outcome); to keep from (doing something).
Nghĩa · Tiếng Việt
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Verb
Examples
I brush my teeth regularly to prevent tooth decay.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “prevent” mean?
To stop (an outcome); to keep from (doing something).
Is “prevent” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.