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 |
|---|---|
| invalid | not valid: |
| procrastinate | to put off intentionally and habitually |
| synoptic | affording a general view of a whole |
| condescend | to assume an air of superiority |
| precinct | a part of a territory with definite bounds or functions often established for administrative purposes : district |
| bard | a tribal poet-singer skilled in composing and reciting verses on heroes and their deeds |
| volley | the flight of the ball (as in volleyball or tennis) or its course before striking the ground |
| alacrity | promptness in response : cheerful readiness |
| pedestal | the support or foot of a late classic or neoclassical column see column illustration |
| temperate | having a moderate climate which especially lacks extremes in temperature |