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Definition of Preclude
1. Verb. Keep from happening or arising; make impossible. "Your role in the projects precludes your involvement in the competitive project"
Exact synonyms: Forbid, Foreclose, Forestall, Prevent
Specialized synonyms: Make Unnecessary, Save, Avert, Avoid, Debar, Deflect, Fend Off, Forefend, Forfend, Head Off, Obviate, Stave Off, Ward Off, Block, Blockade, Embarrass, Hinder, Obstruct, Stymie, Stymy, Baffle, Bilk, Cross, Foil, Frustrate, Queer, Scotch, Spoil, Thwart, Block, Halt, Kibosh, Stop
Derivative terms: Forestalling, Preclusion, Preventative, Preventive
Specialized synonyms: Make Unnecessary, Save, Avert, Avoid, Debar, Deflect, Fend Off, Forefend, Forfend, Head Off, Obviate, Stave Off, Ward Off, Block, Blockade, Embarrass, Hinder, Obstruct, Stymie, Stymy, Baffle, Bilk, Cross, Foil, Frustrate, Queer, Scotch, Spoil, Thwart, Block, Halt, Kibosh, Stop
Derivative terms: Forestalling, Preclusion, Preventative, Preventive
2. Verb. Make impossible, especially beforehand.
Exact synonyms: Close Out, Rule Out
Generic synonyms: Eliminate, Obviate, Rid Of
Derivative terms: Preclusive
Generic synonyms: Eliminate, Obviate, Rid Of
Derivative terms: Preclusive
Definition of Preclude
1. v. t. To put a barrier before; hence, to shut out; to hinder; to stop; to impede.
Definition of Preclude
1. to make impossible by previous action [v -CLUDED, -CLUDING, -CLUDES]
Lexicographical Neighbors of Preclude
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