obviate
verbDivide obviate into syllables:
ob · vi · ate
How to pronounce obviate:
Definition of obviate:
- obviate (verb):
- prevent the occurrence of; prevent from happening.
- to anticipate and prevent (something, such as a situation) or make (an action) unnecessary
Synonyms for obviate:
forbidescapeanticipatepreventavoidhelpdeflectprovidecounteractavertShow 1 more
Antonyms for obviate:
enhanceencouragecontinueapprovecalmadmitheatforwardsufferfacilitateShow 15 more
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