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 |
|---|---|
| obeisance | a movement of the body made in token of respect or submission : bow |
| opalescent | reflecting an iridescent light |
| emissary | one designated as the agent of another : representative |
| nebulous | of, relating to, or resembling a nebula : nebular |
| shyster | a person who is professionally unscrupulous especially in the practice of law or politics : pettifogger |
| conformity | correspondence in form, manner, or character : agreement |
| inordinate | exceeding reasonable limits : immoderate |
| altruistic | relating to or given to altruism: |
| entrance | power or permission to enter : admission |
| mystic | mystical |