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

WordMeaning
flutedhaving or marked by grooves
dutifulfilled with or motivated by a sense of duty
decelerateto reduce the speed of : slow down
repletefully or abundantly provided or filled
uncouthawkward and uncultivated in appearance, manner, or behavior : rude
bristlinga short stiff coarse hair or filament
incubusan evil spirit that lies on persons in their sleep
yokea wooden bar or frame by which two draft animals (such as oxen) are joined at the heads or necks for working together
exemptfree or released from some liability or requirement to which others are subject
grudgingunwilling