Synonyms for Forfend
Top synonyms for “forfend”: avert, avoid, debar, deflect, fend off, forefend, head off, obviate, and 2 more below.
Definition
- (verb)prevent the occurrence of; prevent from happening“Let's avoid a confrontation”
Definitions sourced from Princeton WordNet (BSD license).
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What is another word for "forfend"?
Common synonyms for "forfend" include avert, avoid, debar, deflect, fend off, forefend. Our thesaurus lists 10 total alternatives drawn from Princeton WordNet. Click any synonym to find its rhymes.
What does "forfend" mean?
prevent the occurrence of; prevent from happening Example: "Let's avoid a confrontation"
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