Prevention
10 lettersnouncommonUpdated February 2026
Definition
The action of stopping something from happening or arising. Measures taken to prevent disease or protect health.
“Prevention is better than cure when it comes to managing chronic health conditions.”
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Four 'E's and two 'N's; common '-TION' suffix
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Worth 15 points; efficient use of common letters with 'P' and 'V'
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