Prevent and Stand by

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Prevent

Prevent verb - To keep from happening by taking action in advance.
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Stand by is an antonym for prevent.
Nearby Words: prevention, preventive, preventing, preventable, preventer

Stand by

Stand by verb - To give steadfast support to.
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Prevent is an antonym for stand by in topics: aid, maintain.
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  • A Friend in Need Les Misérables: Grantaire can't do anything to prevent Enjolras from getting shot by the Army, but he can stand by him so that he doesn't have to die alone.
    Source: A Friend in Need
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