verb
- to prevent something bad or undesirable from happening
- to turn away or aside
Examples
- The quick action of the pilot helped avert a disaster.
- New safety measures were implemented to avert future accidents.
- She averted her eyes from the gruesome scene.
- The diplomat worked tirelessly to avert war between the two nations.
- He averted his gaze when she started crying.
- The company hopes to avert bankruptcy through restructuring.
- The child averted his face to hide his tears.