B2nounhealthsociety
US/prɪˈven.ʃən/
UK/prɪˈven.ʃən/
action taken to stop something bad from happening
In context
Prevention is usually cheaper than treatment for most serious diseases.
The city has launched a campaign for the prevention of crime.
Regular hand washing plays an important role in infection prevention.
Words that go with prevention
noun + noun
- crime preventionCrime prevention starts with better street lighting.
- disease preventionDisease prevention saves millions of lives each year.
- accident preventionThe factory has an accident prevention program.
- fire preventionFire prevention week teaches children safety.
noun + preposition
- prevention ofThe prevention of accidents is everyone's job.
verb + preposition
- focus on preventionHealth officials focus on prevention, not just cure.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
the prevention for crimeCorrect: the prevention of crime