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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WordMeaning
hue_and_cryoutcry; loud cry or clamor; strong protest; Ex. hue and cry against the new rule
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nepotismfavoritism (as in appointment to a job) based on kinship
meditationa discourse intended to express its author's reflections or to guide others in contemplation
corpulenthaving a large bulky body : obese
heresyadherence to a religious opinion contrary to church dogma (see dogma
derelictabandoned especially by the owner or occupant
mirewet spongy earth (as of a bog or marsh)
craftskill in planning, making, or executing : dexterity
fruitionpleasurable use or possession : enjoyment