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 |
|---|---|
| carnage | the flesh of slain animals or humans |
| base | the bottom of something considered as its support : foundation |
| prance | to spring from the hind legs or move by so doing |
| gorge | a narrow passage through land |
| resumption | an act or instance of resuming : recommencement |
| sparse | of few and scattered elements |
| vex | to bring trouble, distress, or agitation to |
| benediction | the invocation (see invocation |
| maneuver | a military or naval movement |
| sheer | unqualified |