Avoidably: meaning, definitions and examples
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avoidably
[ əˈvɔɪdəbli ]
general usage
The term 'avoidably' refers to the ability to avoid something, typically in reference to an action or situation that can be prevented. It is often used in discussions about risks, errors, or undesirable outcomes that can be circumvented. The word emphasizes the notion that certain consequences or events could be averted if proper measures are taken. It highlights the responsibility of individuals or systems in preventing negative occurrences.
Synonyms
eliminably, excludably, preventably.
Examples of usage
- The incident could have been avoidably severe.
- Many accidents are avoidably caused by negligence.
- The health risks can often be avoidably reduced.
- Issues arise that are avoidably overlooked during planning.
Translations
Translations of the word "avoidably" in other languages:
🇵🇹 evitavelmente
🇮🇳 टालने योग्य
🇩🇪 vermeidbar
🇮🇩 dapat dihindari
🇺🇦 уникально
🇵🇱 unikalnie
🇯🇵 避けられるように
🇫🇷 évitablement
🇪🇸 evitablemente
🇹🇷 kaçınılabilir şekilde
🇰🇷 피할 수 있게
🇸🇦 قابل للتجنب
🇨🇿 vyhnutelně
🇸🇰 vyhnutelným spôsobom
🇨🇳 可避免地
🇸🇮 izogibno
🇮🇸 forðuglega
🇰🇿 болдырмауға болатын
🇬🇪 შეუმძინებლად
🇦🇿 qaçılmaz şəkildə
🇲🇽 evitablemente
Etymology
The word 'avoidably' is derived from the root verb 'avoid', which traces back to the Middle English 'avoidin', originating from the Old French 'esvuidier', meaning 'to empty or vacate'. The Old French word emanated from the Latin 'vacuus', meaning 'empty'. As language evolved, 'avoid' took on the meaning of keeping something at bay or steering clear from it. The transition to the adverbial form 'avoidably' added a layer of nuance, indicating that an action or result is preventable. This adaptation reflects the growing focus on responsibility and decision-making in various contexts over time, emphasizing awareness of the possibility to prevent negative outcomes.