What is another word for forestalls?
Pronunciation: [fɔːstˈɔːlz] (IPA) 
Forestall is a term usually used in relation to prevent something from happening. It is a proactive approach in avoiding unwanted events or situations. Synonyms for forestalls include anticipate, preclude, avert, hinder, delay, and stall. If you anticipate something, you foresee it happening and take measures to prevent it from occurring. Preclude means to make a situation impossible, and avert is to prevent something from happening by taking early action. Hinder means to slow down progress, while delay means to postpone something. Lastly, stall means to deliberately cause a delay or obstruction. Having these synonyms in mind will help you to avoid confusion and use the correct word to convey your intended meaning.
