Synonyms of forestall, related words with forestall
forestall
Meanings;
- Prevent or obstruct (an anticipated event or action) by taking action ahead of time.(transitive verb)
Synonyms
pre-empt
get in before
get ahead of
steal a march on
anticipate
second-guess
nip in the bud
thwart
frustrate
foil
stave off
ward off
fend off
avert
preclude
obviate
prevent
intercept
check
block
hinder
impede
obstruct