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
mottledmarked with spots of different colors : having blotches of two or more colors
insatiableincapable of being satisfied : quenchless
debristhe remains of something broken down or destroyed
premonitionprevious notice or warning : forewarning
bitterbeing, inducing, or marked by the one of the five basic taste sensations that is peculiarly acrid, astringent, and often disagreeable and characteristic of citrus peels, unsweetened cocoa, black coffee, mature leafy greens (such as kale or mustard), or ale
mundaneof, relating to, or characteristic of the world
trunkthe main stem of a tree apart from limbs and roots
forbearancea refraining from the enforcement of something (such as a debt, right, or obligation) that is due
steadfastfirmly fixed in place : immovable
disparitya noticeable and usually significant difference or dissimilarity