Meaning & Definition of word "Avoidable"

Avoidable

əˈvɔɪdəbl

1. Able to be avoided or prevented.
- Example: The accident was deemed avoidable with proper safety measures in place.
2. Not necessary; capable of being prevented.
- Example: Many of the challenges we face in life are truly avoidable if we plan ahead.
3. Possible to be shunned or evaded.
- Example: The lengthy discussion was primarily about how to deal with avoidable conflicts.
4. Not causing harm or distress; easily preventable.
- Example: The company aimed to reduce avoidable costs in order to maximize its profits.
5. Referring to situations or actions that can be sidestepped.
- Example: 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.

Meaning: Easily preventable issues.

● Example Sentence: That drama was so avoidable, man!

Meaning: Problems that can be sidestepped.

● Example Sentence: Just do your homework and avoid those avoidable mistakes.