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 |
|---|---|
| entree | the act or manner of entering : entrance |
| unsightly | not pleasing to the sight : not comely |
| wily | full of wiles : crafty |
| tome | book |
| servitude | a condition in which one lacks liberty especially to determine one's course of action or way of life |
| tentative | not fully worked out or developed |
| requite | to make return for : repay |
| repercussion | reflection |
| unobtrusive | not obtrusive : not blatant, arresting, or aggressive : inconspicuous |
| coalesce | to grow together |