Prevention

10 lettersnouncommon

Updated June 2026

Definition

The action of stopping something from happening or arising. Measures taken to prevent disease or protect health.

“Prevention is better than cure when it comes to managing chronic health conditions.”

Pronunciation

IPA

/prɪˈvɛnʃən/

Syllables

pre·ven·tion

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Synonyms

deterrenceavoidanceprecautionprophylaxis

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Wordle

Four 'E's and two 'N's; common '-TION' suffix

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Scrabble

Worth 15 points; efficient use of common letters with 'P' and 'V'

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