What does preventable mean?
Preventable means Capable of being prevented..
Preventable
Pronunciation varies by accent · adjective
Meaning
Capable of being prevented..
Definitions by Sense
- Capable of being prevented.
- Something that can be prevented.
Example Sentences
Nonetheless, we should all like to see fewer of these preventables in our ER and more of that money going to help keep these people safe and healthy.
Synonyms for preventable
Antonyms for preventable
Related Words
Word Forms
- more preventable
- most preventable
- preventible
- preventables
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for preventable?
The closest synonym depends on the sentence and intended sense.
What is the opposite of preventable?
Possible antonyms include unpreventable.
How do you use preventable in a sentence?
Nonetheless, we should all like to see fewer of these preventables in our ER and more of that money going to help keep these people safe and healthy.
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