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Definition of Averting
1. Noun. The act of preventing something from occurring. "Averting danger was his responsibility"
2. Noun. The act of turning yourself (or your gaze) away. "Averting her gaze meant that she was angry"
Exact synonyms: Aversion
Generic synonyms: Avoidance, Dodging, Shunning, Turning Away
Derivative terms: Avert
Generic synonyms: Avoidance, Dodging, Shunning, Turning Away
Derivative terms: Avert
Definition of Averting
1. avert [v] - See also: avert