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
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| perspicuity | plain to the understanding especially because of clarity and precision of presentation |
| obnoxious | odiously or disgustingly objectionable : highly offensive |
| requisite | needed for a particular purpose : essential |
| satiate | filled to satiety |
| sanctuary | a consecrated place: such as |
| venerable | calling forth respect through age, character, and attainments |
| resonant | continuing to sound : echoing |
| palpitate | to beat rapidly and strongly : throb |
| itinerant | traveling from place to place |
| sly | wise in practical affairs |