1
[ verb ] move so as not face somebody or something

Used in print

(William S. Haymond, "Is Distance an Original...)

The authors set_about answering this fundamental question through a detailed investigation of the patient 's ability , tactually , ( 1 ) to perceive figure and ( 2 ) to locate objects in space , with his eyes closed ( or turned_away from the object concerned ) .

Related terms

turn

2
[ verb ] turn from a straight course , fixed direction, or line of interest

Synonyms

bend deflect

Used in print

(James D. Horan, The Shadow Catcher....)

The few survivors grudgingly turned_away .

Related terms

turn diversion

3
[ verb ] refuse entrance or membership

Synonyms

turn_down refuse reject

Examples

"They turned away hundreds of fans" "Black people were often rejected by country clubs"

Used in print

(Sports Age, 24:9...)

They are struggling to meet the demand for camping space , but families are being turned_away , especially on holiday weekends .

Related terms

admit reject refusal nonacceptance

4
[ verb ] turn away or aside

Synonyms

avert

Examples

"They averted their eyes when the King entered"

Used in print

(Guideposts BR-E01. Mr. America, 4:6 (November, 1961)...)

It is the force in the universe that makes men love goodness , even when they turn_away from it .

Related terms

turn aversion

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