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
intangiblenot tangible : impalpable
spatefreshet
debristhe remains of something broken down or destroyed
imperiousmarked by arrogant assurance : domineering
gregarioustending to associate with others of one's kind : social
cardiologistthe study of the heart and its action and diseases
traduceto expose to shame or blame by means of falsehood and misrepresentation
fomentto promote the growth or development of : rouse
eonan immeasurably or indefinitely long period of time : age
remediablecapable of being remedied