avoidance
//əˈvɔɪdəns//
Noun
avoidanceSingular
avoidancesPlural
1
The act of keeping away from or preventing something from happening.
The avoidance of conflict is important in maintaining good relationships.
2
The action of evading or escaping from someone or something.
His avoidance of the police made him look guilty.
3
(Law) The act of making something void or of no effect.
The lawyer filed for the avoidance of the contract due to fraud.