Obviate
/ˈɒbvɪeɪt/noun
To prevent or eliminate a difficulty or obstacle.
Did you know?In ancient Roman law, those who could 'obviate' issues were considered wise, as they cleared paths for the community's success and safety.
Etymological Timeline
Latin
Latin
obviare
“to stand in the way, to obstruct”
Late Latin
Late Latin
obviatus
“the act of preventing or hindering”
Middle English
Middle English
obviaten
“to prevent or hinder”
Modern English
English
obviate
“to remove a difficulty or obstacle”