Circumvent

Pronunciation: /ˌsɜːrkəmˈvɛnt/

Circumvent (verb)

  1. To find a way around a rule or problem without following it directly.
  2. To avoid a restriction or difficulty by using clever methods.

Examples

  • They found a way to circumvent the issue with the project.
  • He tried to circumvent the rules during the game.

Common collocations: circumvent obstacles, circumvent difficulties, circumvent regulations, circumvent security measures

Synonyms of Circumvent

Formal

Neutral

Antonyms of Circumvent

  • — to face or deal with something directly.
  • — to participate or become involved in something.