Synonyms for turn away

Synonyms for (verb) turn away

Synonyms: turn away

Definition: move so as not face somebody or something

Similar words: turn

Definition: change orientation or direction, also in the abstract sense

Usage: Turn towards me; The mugger turned and fled before I could see his face; She turned from herself and learned to listen to others' needs


Synonyms: bend, deflect, turn away

Definition: turn from a straight course, fixed direction, or line of interest

Similar words: turn

Definition: change orientation or direction, also in the abstract sense

Usage: Turn towards me; The mugger turned and fled before I could see his face; She turned from herself and learned to listen to others' needs


Synonyms: turn away, avert

Definition: turn away or aside

Usage: They averted their eyes when the King entered

Similar words: turn

Definition: change orientation or direction, also in the abstract sense

Usage: Turn towards me; The mugger turned and fled before I could see his face; She turned from herself and learned to listen to others' needs


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