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.

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WordMeaning
impedeto interfere with or slow the progress of
inroadan advance or penetration often at the expense of someone or something
skimto clear (a liquid) of scum or floating substance
putativecommonly accepted or supposed
paritythe quality or state of being equal or equivalent
carefreefree from care: such as
unwarrantedlacking adequate or official support : not warranted : unjustified
insouciantlighthearted unconcern : nonchalance
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blackballto vote against