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to put off
[phrase form: put]
01
to avoid dealing with something, such as a responsibility or an issue
Transitive: to put off a responsibility or action
Examples
He always puts off doing his homework until the last minute.
She keeps putting off the decision, hoping the problem will resolve itself.
1.1
to postpone an appointment or arrangement
Transitive: to put off an arrangement
Examples
We had to put off the meeting because of the storm.
She put the appointment off until next week due to personal commitments.
02
to cause a person to dislike someone or something
Transitive: to put off sb
Examples
His arrogance really put me off.
The movie's excessive violence put off many viewers.
03
to make someone feel embarrassed or uncomfortable
Transitive: to put off sb
Examples
The awkward silence during the dinner date put off both of them, making it a rather uncomfortable evening.
The condescending tone of the manager's feedback put off the entire team.
04
to distract someone
Transitive: to put off sb
Examples
I was trying to focus, but his loud music put me off
She was about to score the winning point, but the shouts from the crowd put her off.
