obviator

/ˌɒbvɪˈeɪtər/

Definitions

1. noun

A person or thing that obviates something, especially a problem or difficulty.

“The new policy served as an obviator for the company’s financial losses.”

2. noun

A person who obviates something, especially a moral or intellectual challenge.

“The philosopher was hailed as an obviator of the complex philosophical conundrum.”

Synonyms

  • corrector
  • remedier
  • solver

Antonyms

  • aggravator
  • exacerbator