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 |
|---|---|
| hypnosis | a trancelike state that resembles sleep but is induced by a person whose suggestions are readily accepted by the subject |
| finite | having definite or definable limits |
| reminiscent | of the character of or relating to reminiscence |
| hoax | to trick into believing or accepting as genuine something false and often preposterous |
| ostensible | intended for display : open to view |
| soporific | causing or tending to cause sleep |
| opportune | suitable or convenient for a particular occurrence |
| dissipate | to break up and drive off |
| prognosticate | to foretell from signs or symptoms : predict |
| predispose | to dispose in advance |