v. Function: verb
1
Synonyms: ESCAPE 2, avoid, bilk, double, duck, elude, evade, shun, shy
Idioms: shy away from, steer clear of
Contrasted Words: adopt, embrace, espouse
Antonyms: choose
2
Synonyms: FORGO , forbear, sacrifice
Related Words: abstain, refrain
Idioms: let well enough alone