Definition of "Avoid" :

verb: stay clear from; keep away from; keep out of the way of someone or something

"Her former friends now avoid her."

verb: refrain from certain foods or beverages

"During Ramadan, Muslims avoid tobacco during the day."

verb: prevent the occurrence of; prevent from happening

"Let's avoid a confrontation."

verb: refrain from doing something

"He should avoid publishing his wife's memories."

verb: declare invalid