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Circumvents, in the context of its verb form, refers to the act of evading or avoiding something by employing cunning tactics, clever strategies, or loopholes. It involves finding a way to skirt around a rule, obstacle, or restriction in order to achieve a desired outcome or objective.
When someone circumvents something, they are essentially finding a means to overcome or bypass it without directly confronting it or going through the usual or expected channels. This could involve exploiting a weakness in a system or process, manipulating circumstances in their favor, or using alternative methods to achieve their goal. It implies navigating around an obstacle rather than confronting it head-on.
Circumventing can be both positive and negative, depending on the context. For instance, in the fields of technology and engineering, circumventing may be seen as a skillful approach to problem-solving, finding creative solutions and workarounds. However, in legal and ethical contexts, circumventing can be associated with unlawfulness, deceit, or dishonesty, as it often implies intentionally finding ways to disregard rules, regulations, or established procedures.
In conclusion, the act of circumventing involves evading or avoiding something, be it a rule, restriction, or obstacle, by using cunning tactics or shrewd strategies. It refers to finding alternative routes or methods to achieve a desired outcome, despite the presence of constraints or barriers.
The word "circumvents" is derived from the Latin word "circumventus", which comes from the verb "circumvenire". "Circum" means around, and "venire" means to come. Therefore, the literal translation of "circumvenire" is to come around or surround. Over time, the word evolved in meaning to describe bypassing, avoiding, or going around obstacles or difficulties. In English, "circumvents" carries a similar meaning of outsmarting or evading something through clever or deceptive means.
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