avertability
|a-vert-a-bil-i-ty|
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/əˌvɜrtəˈbɪləti/
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/əˌvɜːtəˈbɪləti/
(avert)
turn away or prevent
Etymology
Etymology Information
'avert' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'avertere,' where 'a-' meant 'away' and 'vertere' meant 'to turn.'
Historical Evolution
'avertere' transformed into the Old French word 'avertir,' and eventually became the modern English word 'avert' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to turn away,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to prevent or avoid.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the quality or state of being able to be avoided or prevented.
The avertability of the disaster was questioned by many experts.
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Last updated: 2025/01/12 04:37