GRE Word List
AUTOMATON
a mechanism that is relatively self-operating
The meaning of the word automaton is a mechanism that is relatively self-operating.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| succulent | full of juice : juicy |
| exquisite | marked by flawless craftsmanship or by beautiful, ingenious, delicate, or elaborate execution |
| ductile | capable of being drawn out (see draw |
| litany | a prayer consisting of a series of invocations and supplications by the leader with alternate responses by the congregation |
| alias | otherwise called : otherwise known as |
| disingenuous | lacking in candor |
| nominal | of, relating to, or being a noun or a word or expression taking a noun construction |
| embroider | to ornament with needlework |
| arcane | known or knowable only to a few people : secret |
| expository | of, relating to, or containing exposition |