What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
preventer
Example
Wearing a helmet is a good preventer of head injuries. [preventer: noun]
Example
The doctor prescribed a preventer inhaler to help manage my asthma. [preventer: adjective]
blocker
Example
The road construction was a blocker for traffic on the highway. [blocker: noun]
Example
The medication acts as a blocker to prevent the absorption of certain nutrients. [blocker: adjective]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Blocker is more commonly used in the context of technology or communication, while preventer is more commonly used in the context of safety or health.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between preventer and blocker?
Both preventer and blocker are neutral in formality and can be used in both formal and informal contexts.
