IELTS Speaking · Vocabulary
prevention
nounprɪˈvenʃnBand 6
Last updated 2 September 2026
In short
“prevention” is a Band 6 noun that means the action of stopping something from happening, especially disease. Below you'll find its pronunciation, natural example sentences, synonyms and antonyms, and the collocations that help you use it accurately in the IELTS Speaking test.
Meaning
The action of stopping something from happening, especially disease.
Example sentences
- “Prevention is better than cure.”
- “Health campaigns focus on the prevention of disease.”
Synonyms & antonyms
Synonyms
avoidancedeterrence
Antonyms
treatmentcure
Collocations & common phrases
Collocations
disease preventioncrime preventionprevention measures
Common phrases
prevention is better than cure
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Frequently asked questions
What does “prevention” mean?
The action of stopping something from happening, especially disease.
How do you use “prevention” in a sentence?
For example: “Prevention is better than cure.”
What are some synonyms for “prevention”?
Synonyms include avoidance, deterrence.
Is “prevention” good vocabulary for IELTS Speaking?
Yes. It is Band 6 vocabulary, and collocations such as disease prevention, crime prevention, prevention measures help you use it naturally. Reaching for precise, less common words like this is exactly what lifts your Lexical Resource score.