Averting synonyms | adjectives

Synonyms for Averting as an Adjective

• defensive
• opposing
• forestalling
• defending
• thwarting
• foiling
• balking
• checking
• coping with
• guarding
• in opposition
• protecting
• safeguarding
• withstanding
• on guard
• alert

  protection
• preemptive
• discouraging
• conservative
• preservative
• uptight
• arresting
• resistive
• preventive
• frustrating
• interrupting
• warding off
• cautious
• expectant
• vigilant
• watchful
• deterrent
• precautionary
• protective
• diversionary
• baulking
• shielding
• fortified
• armored
• armoured
• preventative
• proactive
• anticipatory
• blocking
• tactical