Odvrátil

"Odvrátil" is a Czech word that translates to "turned away," "averted," or "repelled" in English. It is the past tense masculine singular form of the verb "odvrátit." The verb "odvrátit" signifies the act of causing something to face in a different direction, often to avoid seeing it, to prevent it from happening, or to reject it.

The word can be used in various contexts. For instance, one might say "Odvrátil zrak" (He turned his gaze away) to describe someone avoiding eye contact. It can also imply successfully preventing an undesirable outcome, as in "Odvrátil neštěstí" (He averted misfortune). In a more figurative sense, it can mean to reject or dismiss something or someone. The precise meaning depends heavily on the surrounding words and the overall context of the sentence.

The root of the word is "vrátit," meaning "to return" or "to turn." The prefix "od-" often denotes separation, removal, or a direction away from something. Therefore, "odvrátit" literally suggests turning something away or returning it to a state of being separate or distant. Understanding the verb's components helps in grasping its multifaceted meanings in Czech.