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precluded

 

[prɪˈkluːdɪd ]

Definition

Context #1 | Verb

preventing occurrence

To preclude something means to make it impossible or to prevent it from happening. This term often implies that certain conditions or actions are taken to ensure that a specific event does not occur. In legal contexts, it may refer to the exclusion of evidence or claims based on prior decisions. Overall, it carries a sense of blocking or obstructing an outcome that could potentially be problematic.

Synonyms

exclude, foreclose, hinder, prevent, prohibit.

Examples of usage

  • The heavy rain precluded any chance of a picnic.
  • His strict schedule precluded him from attending the meeting.
  • Economic constraints precluded ambitious development plans.

Interesting Facts

Etymology

  • The word originates from the Latin 'praecludere,' where 'prae-' means 'before' and 'claudere' means 'to close.'
  • It was first used in the English language in the 15th century.
  • Related terms include 'conclude' (to bring something to an end) and 'exclude' (to keep something out).

Legal Context

  • In legal terms, preclusion is a process that prevents a party from litigating a matter that has already been judged in court.
  • There are two types: res judicata (claim preclusion) prevents the same issue from being tried again, while collateral estoppel (issue preclusion) stops specific issues from being retried.
  • The principle of preclusion helps maintain stability in legal decisions and efficiency in the judicial system.

Philosophical Implications

  • Philosophically, the concept often relates to discussions about free will and determinism, considering how certain conditions can prevent choices.
  • In moral philosophy, preclusion can relate to ethical dilemmas, where certain actions preclude the ability to act otherwise.
  • This idea often interacts with theories of responsibility and causation.

Psychology

  • In psychological settings, preclusion can refer to cognitive biases that limit an individual's ability to consider alternative solutions or perspectives.
  • Certain mental health disorders may create preclusive thought patterns, prematurely shutting down options for coping or resolution.
  • Creativity can also be precluded by mental blocks, which stop new ideas from being formed or expressed.

Literature

  • In various narratives, characters may face situations where choices preclude them from achieving their goals, leading to tension in storytelling.
  • Authors often use preclusion to build plot twists where a character is unaware of the limitations placed on them.
  • The theme of precluded possibilities is common in dystopian literature, where societal rules limit individual freedoms.

Translations

Translations of the word "precluded" in other languages:

🇵🇹 excluir

🇮🇳 रोकना

🇩🇪 ausschließen

🇮🇩 mencegah

🇺🇦 виключати

🇵🇱 wykluczać

🇯🇵 除外する

🇫🇷 exclure

🇪🇸 excluir

🇹🇷 hariç tutmak

🇰🇷 제외하다

🇸🇦 استبعاد

🇨🇿 vyloučit

🇸🇰 vylúčiť

🇨🇳 排除

🇸🇮 izključiti

🇮🇸 útiloka

🇰🇿 алыстату

🇬🇪 გამორიცხვა

🇦🇿 istisna etmək

🇲🇽 excluir

Word Frequency Rank

Position #9,641 indicates this is an advanced-level word. While not essential for basic communication, it will enhance your ability to understand and create more nuanced content.