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put off - Dictionary definition and meaning for word put off
Definition
(verb) hold back to a later time
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(verb) cause to feel intense dislike or distaste
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(verb) take away the enthusiasm of
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(verb) cause to feel embarrassment
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(verb) avoid or try to avoid fulfilling, answering, or performing (duties, questions, or issues)
(verb) hold back to a later time
Example Sentence
- let's postpone the exam
Definition
(verb) cause to feel intense dislike or distaste
Synonyms :
turn off
Definition
(verb) take away the enthusiasm of
Synonyms :
dishearten
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(verb) cause to feel embarrassment
Example Sentence
- The constant attention of the young man confused her
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(verb) avoid or try to avoid fulfilling, answering, or performing (duties, questions, or issues)
Example Sentence
- He dodged the issue
- she skirted the problem
- They tend to evade their responsibilities
- he evaded the questions skillfully