Synonyms and Antonyms for avert

Synonyms:

• prevent
• stave off
• forbid
• debar
• avoid
• foreclose
• deflect
• obviate
• head off
• forefend
• forestall
• fend off
• ward off
• preclude
• forfend

Antonyms:

• decriminalize
• legalize
• allow
• decriminalise
• permit

Synonyms:

• turn
• turn away

Antonyms:

• attack
• let
• admit