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obviate

verb

/ˈɑːbvieɪt/

Meaning

To remove a need or difficulty; to prevent or avoid something.

This new system obviates the need for manual data entry.

prevent, avoid, eliminate, preclude, remove

allow, permit, require

obviate the need, obviate problems, obviate difficulties

to prevent or hinder the progress of something

To strengthen or support something, especially with additional material.

to mark letters, words, or symbols on a surface

To gradually decrease in size, amount, or strength.

To hold or express opinions that are different from those officially accepted.

to change from solid to liquid due to heat; to disappear gradually