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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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| turncoat | one who switches to an opposing side or party |
| unprepossessing | not tending to create a favorable impression : not prepossessing |
| comity | friendly social atmosphere : social harmony |
| provocative | serving or tending to provoke, excite, or stimulate |
| instigate | to goad or urge forward : provoke |
| gale | a strong current of air: |
| thrive | to grow vigorously : flourish |
| ascribe | to refer to a supposed cause, source, or author : to say or think that (something) is caused by, comes from, or is associated with a particular person or thing |
| provision | the act or process of providing |
| illicit | not permitted : unlawful |