Definition of averting

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  • averting is a valid Scrabble US word with a point value of 12
  • averting is a valid Scrabble UK word with a point value of 12
  • averting is a valid Words with friends word with a point value of 15

Definition of averting

  • the act of turning yourself (or your gaze) away (noun)

    Examples

    1. averting her gaze meant that she was angry

    Synonyms

    1. aversion
  • the act of preventing something from occurring (noun)

    Examples

    1. averting danger was his responsibility

See definition of averting in Merriam Webster