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
mulctfine
stalematea drawing position in chess in which a player is not in checkmate but has no legal move to play
witlessdestitute of wit or understanding : foolish
pugilistfighter
forsaketo renounce or turn away from entirely
satiatefilled to satiety
sphinx-likeenigmatic; mysterious
perfidiousof, relating to, or characterized by perfidy
homelysuggestive or characteristic of a place of residence or home
propoundto offer for discussion or consideration