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 |
|---|---|
| simulate | to give or assume the appearance or effect of often with the intent to deceive : imitate |
| entourage | one's attendants or associates |
| acrid | sharp and harsh or unpleasantly pungent in taste or odor : irritating |
| lionize | to treat as an object of great interest or importance |
| dishonor | lack or loss of honor or reputation |
| prey | an animal taken by a predator as food |
| omnipresent | present in all places at all times |
| tantrum | a fit of bad temper |
| embroil | to throw into disorder or confusion |
| ineffable | incapable of being expressed in words : indescribable |