FORESTALL
Scrabble letter values: F4O1R1E1S1T1A1L1L1 = 12
Definition
- verb keep from happening or arising. — synonyms: prevent, foreclose, preclude, forbid
- verb act in advance of. — synonyms: anticipate, foresee, counter
Examples
- “make impossible”
- “My sense of tact forbids an honest answer”
- “Your role in the projects precludes your involvement in the competitive project”