prevention

[ pri-ven-shuhn ]

noun

1. the act of preventing; effectual hindrance.
2. a preventive:

   This serum is a prevention against disease.

prevention

/ prɪˈvɛnʃən /

noun

1. the act of preventing
2. a hindrance, obstacle, or impediment

Other Words From

• nonpre·vention noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of prevention¹

1520–30; < Late Latin praeventiōn- (stem of praeventiō ) a forestalling. See prevent, -ion

Example Sentences

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention shows the virus is more widespread in dairy workers than had previously been assumed.

From Los Angeles Times

He’s also advocated for gun violence prevention during his campaign, pointing to legislation he was author of that banned gun shows on state property.

From Los Angeles Times

So far, it has raised more than $439 million for affordable housing and homelessness prevention initiatives.

From Los Angeles Times

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, “No tobacco products, including e-cigarettes, are safe, especially for children, teens, and young adults.”

From Los Angeles Times

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the National Institutes of Health, medical association presidents, hospital CEOs and other health care leaders to push elected officials for a ceasefire.

From Salon

Related Words

• avoidance