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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feral | of, relating to, or suggestive of a wild beast |
court | the residence or establishment of a sovereign or similar dignitary |
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