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
itineranttraveling from place to place
omniscienthaving infinite awareness, understanding, and insight
misgivingsa feeling of doubt or suspicion especially concerning a future event
hoodwinkto deceive by false appearance : dupe
preeminenthaving paramount rank, dignity, or importance : outstanding
surrogateone appointed to act in place of another : deputy
illuminateto supply or brighten with light
aboriginalbeing the first or earliest known of its kind present in a region
shacklesomething (such as a manacle or fetter) that confines the legs or arms
dulltedious