Ward Off

Synonyms of ward off

• repel
• deter
• avert

Antonyms of ward off

• attract
• welcome
• invite

Collocations of ward off

illness

Frequency: 75 %

She took vitamins to ward off illness.

evil spirits

Frequency: 70 %

She burned sage to ward off evil spirits.

bad luck

Frequency: 65 %

He carried a lucky charm to ward off bad luck.

danger

Frequency: 60 %

The warning signs helped ward off danger.

negative energy

Frequency: 50 %

Burning incense helped ward off negative energy.

Idiomatic Expressions for ward off

• Phrase: ward off attackers
  Meaning: to defend oneself against physical harm or danger
  Usage: He learned self-defense techniques to ward off attackers on the street.