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 |
|---|---|
| defray | to provide for the payment of : pay |
| primogeniture | the state of being the firstborn of the children of the same parents |
| countermand | to revoke (a command) by a contrary order |
| toga | the loose outer garment worn in public by citizens of ancient Rome |
| repast | something taken as food : meal |
| chastise | to censure severely : castigate |
| infantile | of or relating to infants or infancy |
| riveting | having the power to fix the attention : engrossing |
| rusticate | to go into or reside in the country : follow a rustic life |
| clemency | disposition to be merciful and especially to moderate the severity of punishment due |