preclude
6 synonyms and 1 antonym for preclude, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Verb — To make something impossible or rule it out in advance.
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Antonyms
How to use preclude
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
preclude the possibility
does not preclude
preclude any chance of
Etymology
A learned borrowing from Latin praecludere, \"to shut off, close in advance,\" from prae- (\"before\") plus claudere (\"to close\").
Full origin of preclude →Frequently asked questions
What does “preclude” mean?
The word “preclude” means to make something impossible or rule it out in advance. In plain terms, to block something from happening or being possible, usually because of an existing rule, fact, or condition.
How do you pronounce “preclude”?
“Preclude” is pronounced prih-KLOOD (/pɹɪˈkluːd/ in IPA).
How do you use “preclude” in a sentence?
Here is “preclude” used in a sentence: “His criminal record precludes him from holding public office.”
What part of speech is “preclude”?
“Preclude” is a verb.
Where does the word “preclude” come from?
The word “preclude” comes from Latin. A learned borrowing from Latin praecludere, \"to shut off, close in advance,\" from prae- (\"before\") plus claudere (\"to close\").
Is “preclude” a common word?
“Preclude” is an uncommon word in modern English.
