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 |
|---|---|
| amoral | having or showing no concern about whether behavior is morally right or wrong |
| fit | acceptable from a particular viewpoint (as of competence or morality) : proper |
| demeanor | behavior toward others : outward manner |
| fodder | something fed to domestic animals |
| precursor | one that precedes and indicates the approach of another |
| flounder | flatfish |
| animosity | a strong feeling of dislike or hatred : ill will or resentment tending toward active hostility : an antagonistic attitude |
| consolidation | the act or process of consolidating : the state of being consolidated |
| impotent | not potent : lacking in power, strength, or vigor : helpless |
| quiver | a case for carrying or holding arrows |