ward off

Meaning

To prevent something harmful from affecting or reaching you.

Example sentences

• Vitamins help ward off illness.ভিটামিন অসুস্থতা ঠেকাতে সাহায্য করে।
• She raised her arm to ward off the blow.সে আঘাত ঠেকাতে হাত তুলল।

Synonyms & antonyms

Synonyms: repel, avert

Antonyms: attract, invite