GRE Word List

OBVIATE

to anticipate and prevent (something, such as a situation) or make (an action) unnecessary

The meaning of the word obviate is to anticipate and prevent (something, such as a situation) or make (an action) unnecessary.

Random words

WordMeaning
entreethe act or manner of entering : entrance
unsightlynot pleasing to the sight : not comely
wilyfull of wiles : crafty
tomebook
servitudea condition in which one lacks liberty especially to determine one's course of action or way of life
tentativenot fully worked out or developed
requiteto make return for : repay
repercussionreflection
unobtrusivenot obtrusive : not blatant, arresting, or aggressive : inconspicuous
coalesceto grow together