His lack of technical knowledge precluded him from promotion.
Source: tatoeba (287017)
Precluded
Synonyms for "precluded" (28 found)
Ranked by relevance and common usage.
Closest matches (6)
Strong matches (8)
Related words (14)
Verb(10 words)
Choosing the right synonym
- Closest matches in this entry: averted, banned, bar, barred, block.
- Sentence evidence is available for precluded, so synonym choice can be checked against real usage rather than a flat word list.
- Ranking signals come from derived_reverse, opengloss.
Synonym selection checklist
- Match the part of speech before comparing meanings.
- Check whether the synonym changes intensity, formality, or emotional tone.
- Read the replacement inside the full sentence, not just beside "precluded".
- Prefer the clearest word over the most unusual word when writing for speed or comprehension.
When not to replace "precluded"
Keep "precluded" when the sentence already sounds natural, when a synonym would add unintended emphasis, or when readers need the most familiar wording. A synonym should clarify or sharpen the message, not simply make the sentence look more varied.
If two options seem close, choose the one that best matches the audience and purpose of the sentence.
Replacement workflow
1. Preserve meaning
Choose a synonym only if it keeps the core idea of "precluded" intact in the sentence you are editing.
2. Tune tone
Check whether the replacement sounds more formal, casual, emotional, technical, or forceful than the original word.
3. Re-read context
Read the full sentence after the swap. Keep the synonym only when the sentence becomes clearer or more precise.
Review note: Synonym lists are ranked with lexical data and reviewed for practical writing value. Use the comparison notes, sentence evidence, and source labels together; a high-ranking synonym can still be wrong when the audience, register, or grammar changes.
Final fit check
After choosing a replacement for "precluded", read the sentence once for meaning and once for rhythm. The best synonym should feel natural in the full sentence, not only accurate in a word list.
If the synonym makes the sentence slower, vaguer, or more dramatic than intended, keep "precluded" or choose a simpler alternative from the closest-match group.
Related word relations
OpenGloss and ConceptNet supply richer edges like generalizations, collocations, and derivations.
More general
6 entriesMore specific
11 entriesaccessapprovalbarred pathblocked optiondisqualified applicanteligibilityforeclosed optionopportunityoutcomeparticipationruled out candidate
Collocations
10 entriesexplicit preclusionlegal preclusionpolicy preclusionprecluded measureprecluded optionprecluded outcomepreclusionpreclusion clausepreclusion of participationpreclusive effect
Inflections
2 entriesDerivations
5 entriesSample sentences
4 total sentences available.
Darkness from the storm and then nightfall precluded further battle that day.
Source: tatoeba (11121832)
No one is sure exactly how many illegal immigrants are in the United States at the moment, though most estimates are in the eight to ten million range. Officials involved in drafting the president's proposal say there is room for all of them in the temporary worker program if enough jobs become available. They say workers who participate in the program are not precluded from applying for permanent residency or a green card. But these officials make clear participants will have no advantage over would-be immigrants applying from abroad.
Source: tatoeba (12214231)
Our train arrived punctually at the station, but the limited time available between connecting trains precluded anything but the briefest of strolls round the surrounding streets.
Source: tatoeba (12871080)
Common questions
What are the closest synonyms for "precluded"?
Closest matches include averted, banned, bar, barred, block.
How should I check whether a synonym fits "precluded"?
Compare the replacement against real sentence context. This entry includes sample sentences so you can check tone, grammar, and meaning before swapping words.