'shun
v. C1 Advanced US //ˈʃən// UK //ʃˈʌn// shun
v. to avoid someone or something on purpose. You do this because you do not like them, you do not agree with them, or you are trying to stay away from trouble.
v. to persistently avoid, ignore, or reject through antipathy or caution. Often implies a social or moral rejection of a person, group, or practice.
Usage
The verb is transitive and takes a direct object.