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.

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WordMeaning
modulateto tune to a key or pitch
regenerationan act or the process of regenerating : the state of being regenerated
negligibleso small or unimportant or of so little consequence as to warrant little or no attention : trifling
podiuma low wall serving as a foundation or terrace wall: such as
amissin a mistaken way : wrongly
comprehendto grasp the nature, significance, or meaning of
genuflectto bend the knee
plumea feather of a bird: such as
horticulturalthe science and art of growing fruits, vegetables, flowers, or ornamental plants
vicariousexperienced or realized through imaginative or sympathetic participation in the experience of another