avert

Definition

To turn away or divert; to prevent or avoid something, often by a timely action or decision.

한국어 어떤 것을 피하거나 방향을 틀어; 어떤 것을 예방하거나 피하는 경우, 적절한 행동이나 결정으로.

Example

"The security guard averted the potential disaster by quickly evacuating the building."