远离 is a verb meaning 'to stay far away from' or 'to keep a safe distance from' something — often used to express avoidance of danger, harm, or undesirable influences. The first character 远 (yuǎn) means 'far' or 'distant', and the second character 离 (lí) means 'to leave', 'to depart', or 'to separate'. Together, they form a compound verb emphasizing intentional, sustained distance — not just physical separation but also emotional or behavioral disengagement.

This word is commonly used in health advisories (e.g., '远离烟酒' — 'stay far away from tobacco and alcohol'), environmental safety ('远离高压线' — 'keep far away from high-voltage power lines'), and digital well-being ('远离不良信息' — 'avoid harmful online content'). It frequently appears in formal warnings, public service announcements, and advice-oriented language. Unlike simple verbs like 离开 (to leave), 远离 implies purposeful, precautionary distancing with a sense of caution or protection.