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 |
|---|---|
| grandiose | characterized by affectation of grandeur or splendor or by absurd exaggeration |
| adorn | to enhance the appearance of especially with beautiful objects |
| liquidate | to determine by agreement or by litigation the precise amount of (indebtedness, damages, or accounts) |
| drama | a composition (see composition |
| start | to move suddenly and violently : spring |
| affront | to insult especially to the face by behavior or language |
| confine | something (such as borders or walls) that encloses |
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| hypnosis | a trancelike state that resembles sleep but is induced by a person whose suggestions are readily accepted by the subject |
| hardy | bold |