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prevented

[priˈventɪd]

prevented Definition

  • 1kept something from happening or arising
  • 2made it impossible for something to happen

Using prevented: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "prevented" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The new security measures prevented any further attacks.

  • Example

    He prevented her from leaving the room.

  • Example

    The bad weather prevented us from going out.

  • Example

    Regular exercise can help prevent heart disease.

prevented Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for prevented

Antonyms for prevented

Phrases with prevented

  • to stop someone from doing something

    Example

    She was prevented from entering the building.

  • to stop something from happening

    Example

    The vaccine will prevent the disease from spreading.

  • preventative measures

    actions taken to prevent something from happening

    Example

    The company has implemented preventative measures to avoid data breaches.

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Summary: prevented in Brief

The verb 'prevented' [priˈventɪd] means to keep something from happening or arising, or to make it impossible for something to happen. It is often used in the context of stopping negative events or outcomes, such as 'The new security measures prevented any further attacks.' 'Prevented' can also be used in phrases like 'prevent someone from doing something,' and 'preventative measures,' which refer to actions taken to stop something from happening.