Synonyms for

Bypass

Verb / ˈbaɪˌpæs / Another word for bypass — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

To go around or avoid a road, path, or passage.

Synonyms & similar words

getaround ringway shunt shortcircuit ringroad electricalshunt goaround beltway circumvent detour skirt dodge sidestep evade avoid redirect divert shun bend

Synonyms by register

Formal

circumvent evade elude sidestep

Informal

get around duck skip dodge

Literary

shun eschew

Antonyms

confront face meet engage tackle address encounter

Common collocations

  • bypass surgery
  • bypass road
  • bypass valve
  • bypass the issue
  • bypass security
  • bypass the rules
  • bypass a problem

Word family

noun bypass
verb bypass

Usage note

Often used in medical contexts (e.g., bypass surgery) or to describe avoiding a problem or obstacle. Can imply a deliberate avoidance rather than an accidental one.

Example sentences

  1. I had to bypass the broken bridge to get to the other side of the river.
  2. The doctor performed a bypass surgery on my grandpa's heart.
  3. We can bypass the long line by ordering online.
  4. The truck driver decided to bypass the toll road to save money.
  5. I always bypass the scary part of the movie by closing my eyes.

Quotes

  • We can't bypass the truth, no matter how hard we try. - Unknown
  • Sometimes we need to bypass our own limitations to reach our goals. - Unknown
  • The greatest joy in life is seeing someone bypass their own obstacles. - Unknown

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