Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
pre-emptive action
noun
/ˈpriːˈɛmptɪv ˈækʃən/
Definition
An action taken to prevent an anticipated event or situation from occurring.
Examples
- The government took pre-emptive action to avoid a financial crisis.
- The team implemented pre-emptive action to address issues before they escalated.
- Pre-emptive action by the military can sometimes avert larger conflicts.
Meaning
Pre-emptive action refers to measures or decisions made to thwart or mitigate a potential problem before it arises.
Synonyms
- preventive measure
- proactive approach
- anticipatory action
- intervention
