What is the difference between Avert and Overt?
What is the difference between Avert and Overt? :
Avert :
( 1 ) Turn something away
He averted his glance from the terrible sight.
( 2 ) Prevent something – avoid
I averted a crisis by prompt action.
She managed to avert suspicion.
Overt :
( 1 ) Not secret or hidden – done or shown openly or publicly
I am aware of their overt hostility.
