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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|---|---|
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| flutter | to flap the wings rapidly |
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| cogent | appealing forcibly to the mind or reason : convincing |