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/prɪˈvɛntɪv/
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preventive
noun
preventives
pl
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/prɪˈvɛntɪv/
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профилактика
Regular exercise is a good preventive against heart disease.
Регулярные упражнения - хорошая профилактика сердечных заболеваний.
Definitions
A measure taken to prevent something undesirable from occurring.
Vaccinations are a common preventive against infectious diseases.
preventive
adjective
more preventive
Comp.
most preventive
Super.
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/prɪˈvɛntɪv/
US
/prɪˈvɛntɪv/
Translations
предупредительный
They took preventive measures to avoid the accident.
Они приняли предупредительные меры, чтобы избежать аварии.
профилактический
The doctor recommended a preventive check-up.
Врач рекомендовал профилактический осмотр.
Definitions
Intended to stop something undesirable from occurring.
The doctor recommended a preventive approach to health care, including regular exercise and a balanced diet.
Synonyms
preemptive
prophylactic
anticipatory
protective
dissuading
Antonyms
reactive
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