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 |
|---|---|
| virus | any of a large group of submicroscopic infectious agents that are usually regarded as nonliving extremely complex molecules, that typically contain a protein coat surrounding an RNA or DNA core of genetic material but no semipermeable membrane, that are capable of growth and multiplication only in living cells, and that cause various important diseases in humans, animals, and plants |
| exasperate | to cause irritation or annoyance to |
| figment | something made up or contrived |
| base | the bottom of something considered as its support : foundation |
| wholesome | promoting health or well-being of mind or spirit |
| symmetry | balanced proportions |
| decrepit | wasted and weakened by or as if by the infirmities of old age |
| flaunt | to display or obtrude oneself to public notice |
| retrench | cut down |
| interminable | having or seeming to have no end |