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

WordMeaning
kernelthe inner softer part of a seed, fruit stone, or nut
disbandto break up the organization of : dissolve
bromidea binary compound of bromine with another element or a radical including some (such as potassium bromide) used as sedatives
transcendentexceeding usual limits : surpassing
garnerto gather into storage
forwardnear, being at, or belonging to the forepart
palliddeficient in color : wan
scuffleto struggle at close quarters with disorder and confusion
consecratededicated to a sacred purpose
pallto lose strength or effectiveness