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
poreto gaze intently
awla pointed tool for marking surfaces or piercing small holes (as in leather or wood)
transcendentexceeding usual limits : surpassing
lanceta sharp-pointed and commonly 2-edged surgical instrument used to make small incisions
suavitysmoothly though often superficially gracious and sophisticated
simperto smile in a silly, affected, or ingratiating manner
optionalinvolving an option : not compulsory
blackballto vote against
smotherto kill by depriving of air
punitiveinflicting, involving, or aiming at punishment