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circumvent

verb

ˌsɝː.kəmˈvent

Meaning

To cleverly avoid or find a way around obstacles or rules.

to find a way around an obstacle; to avoid a rule or problem cleverly

He tried to circumvent the security system.

The company found a way to circumvent the new tax laws.

Bypass, Evade, Outmaneuver, bypass, avoid, evade, sidestep, dodge

Entry 1

Bypass, Evade, Outmaneuver

Entry 2

bypass, avoid, evade, sidestep, dodge

Confront, Face, Comply, face, confront, comply

Entry 1

Confront, Face, Comply

Entry 2

face, confront, comply

circumvent rules, circumvent obstacles, attempt to circumvent

To correct a mistake or error

to pollute, corrupt, or make dirty

to cut away the outer covering or reduce something gradually

To stick firmly to something or stay attached.

to publicly criticize or ridicule someone or something with humor, irony, or sarcasm

to enchant or fascinate someone as if by magic