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.

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WordMeaning
magisterialof, relating to, or having the characteristics of a master or teacher : authoritative
crassgross
parallelextending in the same direction, everywhere equidistant (see equidistant
capitulateto surrender often after negotiation of terms
auspiciousshowing or suggesting that future success is likely : propitious
infiltrateto enter or become established in gradually or unobtrusively usually for subversive purposes
pessimisman inclination to emphasize adverse aspects, conditions, and possibilities or to expect the worst possible outcome
commensuratecorresponding in size, extent, amount, or degree : proportionate
surreptitiousdone, made, or acquired by stealth : clandestine
firebranda piece of burning wood