avoiding

Definitions

Keeping away from or preventing oneself from doing something.

Refraining from, escaping, or staying clear of a person, place, or situation.

Examples

She spent the entire afternoon avoiding her responsibilities by reading a book.

Avoiding processed sugars is a key component of his new healthy lifestyle.

The driver swerved suddenly, successfully avoiding the obstacle in the road.

Synonyms

evading shunning dodging eschewing eluding bypassing sidestepping

Antonyms

confronting facing embracing approaching meeting welcoming pursuing