VocabJLPT N3
avoidance
NounSuru VerbIntransitive Verb

Definitions

  1. 1. evasion
  2. 2. avoidance
  3. 3. recusal (of a judge)
This noun refers to the act of avoiding or evading something undesirable, such as danger, a problem, or conflict. It is commonly used in both formal and casual contexts, such as avoiding an accident or steering clear of a difficult situation.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

Why does he keep dodging every question?

Sentence 2

Relevant agencies worked together to prevent a serious accident.

Sentence 3

You're just going to wriggle out of it again, aren't you?

Sentence 4

Ignoring the on-screen warning won't help you avoid the problem.

Sentence 5

I tried to avoid setting her off, and somehow made it worse.