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 |
|---|---|
| touchstone | a fundamental or quintessential part or feature : basis |
| base | the bottom of something considered as its support : foundation |
| unique | being the only one : sole |
| armada | a fleet of warships |
| fiasco | a complete failure |
| docket | a brief written summary of a document : abstract |
| breadth | distance from side to side : width |
| elastic | capable of recovering size and shape after deformation |
| abrasive | causing damage, wear, or removal of surface material by grinding or rubbing : tending to abrade |
| scruple | a unit of capacity equal to ยน/โโ Apothecaries' ounce see Weights and Measures Table |