(obsolete) Alternative form of prove

simple past tense and past participle of preve

Third-person singular simple present indicative form of preve

present participle of preve

(transitive) To stop (an outcome); to keep from (doing something). / (intransitive, now rare) To take preventative measures. / (obsolete, transitive) To come before; to precede.

present participle and gerund of prevent

simple past tense and past participle of prevent

Capable of being prevented.

Something that can be prevented.

The act of preventing or hindering; obstruction of action, access, or approach; thwarting.