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 |
|---|---|
| necromancy | conjuration (see conjure |
| fermentation | the enzyme-catalyzed anaerobic breakdown of an energy-rich compound (such as a carbohydrate to carbon dioxide and alcohol or to an organic acid) by the action of microorganisms (such as bacteria or yeast) that occurs naturally and is commonly used in the production of various products (such as food, alcoholic beverages, and pharmaceuticals) especially by controlling microbial enzymatic activity |
| dulcet | sweet to the taste |
| militia | a part of the organized armed forces of a country liable to call only in emergency |
| doze | to sleep lightly |
| plasticity | the quality or state of being plastic |
| defalcate | deduct |
| humdrum | monotonous |
| astute | having or showing shrewdness and an ability to notice and understand things clearly : mentally sharp or clever |
| facilitate | to make easier : help bring about |