Avoidable

əˈvɔɪdəbl

Meaning & Definition

adjective

Able to be avoided or prevented.

The accident was deemed avoidable with proper safety measures in place.

Not necessary; capable of being prevented.

Many of the challenges we face in life are truly avoidable if we plan ahead.

Possible to be shunned or evaded.

The lengthy discussion was primarily about how to deal with avoidable conflicts.

Not causing harm or distress; easily preventable.

The company aimed to reduce avoidable costs in order to maximize its profits.

Referring to situations or actions that can be sidestepped.

He realized that the stress he was under was largely due to avoidable procrastination.

From the word 'avoid' + '-able'.

avoidable consequences

Results that can be prevented.

avoidable delays

Holds that could have been prevented.

avoid

To keep away from or stop oneself from doing something.

evade

To escape or avoid, especially by cleverness or deceit.

Easily preventable issues.

That drama was so avoidable, man!

Problems that can be sidestepped.

Just do your homework and avoid those avoidable mistakes.