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preventative

/pɹɪˈvɛntətɪv/

Meanings
  • Something that prevents or hinders an occurrence or spread.

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Rhymes
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Homonyms
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  1. preventative () : Something that prevents or hinders an occurrence or spread.


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preventative , preventatives
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Etymology
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The word 'preventative' comes from the Latin word 'praevenire', which means 'to come before'. In English, the word has been used since the late 15th century.


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  1. risk management: The process of identifying, assessing, and prioritizing risks, and implementing strategies to mitigate, transfer, or accept those risks.

  2. prevention: The process of taking measures to prevent or mitigate negative outcomes, rather than waiting to respond to those outcomes after they have occurred.

  3. mitigation: The process of taking measures to reduce the impact or severity of negative outcomes, rather than trying to prevent those outcomes from occurring in the first place.


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The term 'preventative' has been used extensively in various cultural, historical, and symbolic contexts. In literature, the term has been used to describe various measures taken to prevent or mitigate negative outcomes. In art, the term has been used to describe various forms of visual representation used to convey ideas, concepts, or messages related to prevention or mitigation of negative outcomes. In music, the term has been used to describe various genres, styles, or forms of musical expression used to convey ideas, concepts, or messages related to prevention or mitigation of negative outcomes.

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