preclude (Meaning)
preclude (v)
keep from happening or arising; make impossible
make impossible, especially beforehand
Synonyms & Antonyms of preclude
Synonyms:
- ward (off)
- compensate (for)
- eschew
- shake
- offset
- save
- stop
- neutralize
- make up (for)
- fend (off)
- hamper
- inhibit
- retard
- deflect
- circumvent
- deter
- shun
- evade
- stave off
- forbid
- prohibit
- thwart
- counterbalance
- hinder
- elude
- counteract
- escape
- block
- interfere (with)
- nullify
- frustrate
- impede
- negate
- balk
Antonyms:
preclude Sentence Examples
- The evidence presented precludes the possibility of the defendant's innocence.
- The ethical guidelines preclude us from engaging in unethical practices.
- Due to financial constraints, we were precluded from pursuing the project.
- The company's strict safety policies preclude employees from working in hazardous conditions.
- The need for confidentiality precludes me from disclosing sensitive information.
- The law precludes individuals from driving under the influence of alcohol.
- Previous injuries preclude the athlete from participating in contact sports.
- The overwhelming workload precluded the team from completing the project on time.
- The statute of limitations precludes the initiation of legal proceedings.
- The weather conditions precluded us from flying to our destination.
FAQs About the word preclude
keep from happening or arising; make impossible, make impossible, especially beforehand
avert,prevent, head off,obviate, anticipate, forestall, avoid, help, provide, ward (off)
aid, assist, facilitate,assist, facilitate, aid, permit, allow, leave, permit
The evidence presented precludes the possibility of the defendant's innocence.
The ethical guidelines preclude us from engaging in unethical practices.
Due to financial constraints, we were precluded from pursuing the project.
The company's strict safety policies preclude employees from working in hazardous conditions.
