Definitions
conj. To prevent something unwanted, or because of fearing it
以免；唯恐
Example
She whispered lest she wake the sleeping baby.
她轻声说话，以免吵醒熟睡的婴儿。
Policymakers should assess new technologies carefully lest short-term economic gains create lasting environmental problems.
政策制定者应仔细评估新技术，以免短期经济收益造成长期环境问题。
Collocations
- lest we forget
- lest someone should
Usage tip
较正式；从句常用动词原形或should加原形。
FAQ
- What does lest mean?
- To prevent something unwanted, or because of fearing it
- How is lest pronounced?
- UK /lest/, US /lest/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
