Obviate

Pronunciation: /ˈɑbviˌeɪt/

Definitions of obviate

verb to prevent or avoid (something undesirable); to make unnecessary

Example Sentences

A1 Wearing a helmet can obviate the risk of head injuries while biking.

A2 Taking a vitamin supplement can obviate the need for a strict diet.

B1 Regular exercise can obviate the need for certain medications.

B2 Installing a security system can obviate the risk of break-ins at home.

C1 Implementing strict safety protocols can obviate the occurrence of workplace accidents.

C2 Advanced technology has the potential to obviate the need for manual labor in many industries.

Examples of obviate in a Sentence

formal The new software system was designed to obviate the need for manual data entry.

informal Using a calculator can obviate the need for mental math.

slang Wearing a hat can obviate a bad hair day.

figurative His quick thinking obviated a potential disaster.

Grammatical Forms of obviate

• past tense: obviated
• plural: obviates
• present tense: obviates
• future tense: will obviate
• perfect tense: has obviated
• continuous tense: is obviating
• singular: obviates
• positive degree: obviate
• infinitive: to obviate
• gerund: obviating
• participle: obviated

Origin and Evolution of obviate

First Known Use: 1567 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'obviate' originated from the Latin word 'obviare' which means 'to meet, withstand, or hinder'.

Evolution of the word: Originally used in the sense of preventing or avoiding something, the word 'obviate' has evolved to also mean making something unnecessary or superfluous through effective action or prevention.