Preclude

verb · LSAT

Meaning: To prevent something from happening; to make it impossible.

Example

Synonyms:

preventrule outprohibit

Which choice best matches the meaning of “preclude”?

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B) To prevent something from happening; to make it impossible.. “Preclude” means: To prevent something from happening; to make it impossible.

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a statement offered as a reason or evidence in support of a conclusion

to examine closely and carefully

to demand or specify something as part of an agreement

able to be defended against objection

to clear someone of blame or suspicion

a comparison between two things based on their similarities, often used to explain or argue a point

based on whim, not reason

a preference or prejudice that prevents fair, objective judgment