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
thronga multitude of assembled persons
veracityconformity with truth or fact : accuracy
discreditto refuse to accept as true or accurate : disbelieve
ostentatiousattracting or seeking to attract attention, admiration, or envy often by gaudiness or obviousness : overly elaborate or conspicuous : characterized by, fond of, or evincing ostentation
mischancebad luck
replicateduplicate
stratuma bed or layer artificially made
legislaturea body of persons having the power to legislate
imprudentnot prudent : lacking discretion, wisdom, or good judgment
dissidentdisagreeing especially with an established religious or political system, organization, or belief