eschew

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Thân thiện

He eschews sugary snacks for fresh fruit.

Definition

1. Verb:
   • To deliberately avoid and keep away from something; to abstain or refrain from something, typically because it is considered undesirable, harmful, or wrong.

Usage

The verb "eschew" is used to describe a conscious, deliberate choice to avoid something entirely. It often implies a moral, ethical, or practical reason for the avoidance. It is a formal word.

Examples

• Verb:
  • A true pacifist will eschew all forms of violence.
  • She eschews fast food in favor of home-cooked meals.
  • The company's policy is to eschew any business practices that could be considered unethical.

Advanced Usage

• "to eschew something for something else": To avoid one thing in favor of another.
  • He eschewed a corporate career for a simpler life in the countryside.

Variants and Related Words

• Eschewal (noun): The act or habit of eschewing.
  • His eschewal of modern technology is well-known.

Synonyms

• Avoid: To keep away from.
• Shun: To persistently avoid, ignore, or reject.
• Abstain from: To refrain deliberately from an action or indulgence.
• Forgo: To give up or do without.

Antonyms

• Embrace: To accept or support willingly and enthusiastically.
• Seek: To attempt to find or obtain.
• Indulge in: To allow oneself to enjoy the pleasure of.

Related Idioms and Phrases

• To eschew obfuscation: (A formal, often humorous phrase) To avoid making something unclear or confusing; to be direct and clear.
  • In his writing, he strives to eschew obfuscation and communicate complex ideas simply.

Học thuật

Verb

1. avoid and stay away from deliberately; stay clear of

Từ đồng nghĩa

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