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
deprecateto express disapproval of
mutterto utter sounds or words indistinctly or with a low voice and with the lips partly closed
vigilantalertly watchful especially to avoid danger
flirtto move erratically : flit
disperseto cause to break up (see break up
cronea cruel or ugly old woman
equityjustice according to natural law or right
havenharbor
underlyinglying beneath or below
chassisthe supporting frame of a structure (such as an automobile or television)