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
influxa coming in
unexceptionablenot open to objection or criticism : beyond reproach : unimpeachable
unequivocalleaving no doubt : clear
dupeone that is easily deceived or cheated : fool
ovationa ceremony attending the entering of Rome by a general who had won a victory of less importance than that for which a triumph was granted
plumpto drop, sink, or come in contact suddenly or heavily
unfledgednot feathered : not ready for flight
foppishfoolish
niggletrifle
bereftdeprived or robbed of the possession or use of something