OBVIATION Synonyms: 26 Similar and Opposite Words

obviation

noun

Definition of obviation

as in prevention

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Noun

Detection is no substitute for prevention, not when consequences are truly unacceptable.

— Andrew Ginter, Forbes.com, 20 Oct. 2026
The Colorado Department of Transportation is unveiling its new crash prevention trucks that will help protect emergency crews responding to scenes.

— Brian Sherrod, CBS News, 20 Oct. 2026

Definition of prevention

Noun

After a key Panthers stop — thanks to a clutch deflection from star defensive end Derrick Brown — the Eagles set up to punt from their own 40-yard line.

— Alex Zietlow, Charlotte Observer, 18 Oct. 2026
Many commenters highlight a pattern of victim-blaming and deflection, comparing Miller's actions to broader issues within the Republican Party.

— Lara Korte, Washington Post, 17 Oct. 2026

Definition of deflection

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obviation

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