Words with a similar base: deflect

'deflect'
[debar.v.02] as in: prevent the occurrence of; prevent from happening


Examples:
Let's avoid a confrontation
head off a confrontation
avert a strike


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'deflect'
[deflect.v.02] as in: turn from a straight course, fixed direction, or line of interest



'deflect'
[deflect.v.03] as in: turn aside and away from an initial or intended course


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'deflect'
[distract.v.01] as in: draw someone's attention away from something


Examples:
The thief distracted the bystanders
He deflected his competitors


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'deflect'
[parry.v.01] as in: impede the movement of (an opponent or a ball)


Examples:
block an attack



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