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 |
|---|---|
| historic | historical |
| monograph | a learned treatise on a small area of learning |
| effluvium | an invisible emanation |
| abbreviate | to make briefer |
| cliche | a trite phrase or expression |
| abridge | to shorten by omission of words without sacrifice of sense : condense |
| luscious | having a delicious taste or smell : sweet |
| potable | suitable for drinking |
| ethos | the distinguishing character, sentiment, moral nature, or guiding beliefs of a person, group, or institution |
| judicious | having, exercising, or characterized by sound judgment |