Eschew

usgb/ɪsˈtʃuː/
verb

To avoid doing or using something on purpose.

In order to stay healthy, he eschews alcohol and fast food.
Visual representation of "eschew" - To avoid doing or using something on purpose

Often appears as...

  • eschew violence
  • eschew tradition

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Formal

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Intentional Avoidance

Eschew implies a deliberate choice to stay away from something.

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She eschews social media to have more privacy.
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Personal Conviction

The decision to eschew often comes from personal beliefs or values.

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He eschews cars, preferring to cycle everywhere.
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Not Just Dislike

Eschew is stronger than not liking something; it's actively avoiding it.

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Although he dislikes sweets, he specifically eschews artificial flavors.
Visual representation of the word "Eschew"

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