eschew
/ɛsˈtʃuː/
Group 10Difficulty 2/3
Definition
- (verb)
- To deliberately avoid using; to abstain from GRE
Example in Context
The movement eschewed traditional hierarchies in favor of a radically decentralized structure that gave equal voice to every member.
Synonyms
avoidshunsteer clear
Etymology
To cut out of something — deliberately avoiding it.
- ex- (Latin) — out of
- caedere (Latin) — to cut
Memory Aid
🚫Sounds like “S-Chew”
I S-CHEW gum in public to ESCHew people from talking to me!
Visual Association
🚷A person walking with a big 'NO' sign to avoid all the gum-chewing folks around them.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does “eschew” mean on the GRE?
eschew (verb) means “To deliberately avoid using; to abstain from”. The movement eschewed traditional hierarchies in favor of a radically decentralized structure that gave equal voice to every member.
How to remember “eschew” for the GRE?
Mnemonic: “eschew” sounds like “S-Chew”. I S-CHEW gum in public to ESCHew people from talking to me!
What are synonyms for “eschew”?
Common synonyms: avoid, shun, steer clear.