English / proverb
An Ounce of Prevention Is Better than a Pound of Cure
MEANING IN ENGLISH
Taking early precautions to avoid problems is far wiser and more effective than dealing with damage later
In context
01
In healthy friendships, an ounce of prevention is better than a pound of cure; discussing small doubts prevents toxic resentment.
02
They cleared up misunderstandings right away, remembering that an ounce of prevention is better than a pound of cure.
Synonyms
prevention is better than cure,nip in the bud,safe rather than sorry
Antonyms
reckless neglect,lock the barn door after the horse is stolen
Collocations
remember that an ounce of prevention is better than a pound of cure,prove that an ounce of prevention is better than a pound of cure,wise saying that an ounce of prevention is better than a pound of cure