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
humorthat quality which appeals to a sense of the ludicrous or absurdly incongruous : a funny or amusing quality
facetany of the definable aspects that make up a subject (as of contemplation) or an object (as of consideration)
chastiseto censure severely : castigate
terseusing few words : devoid of superfluity
ruddyhaving a healthy reddish color
convictionthe act or process of finding a person guilty of a crime especially in a court of law
crescendoa gradual increase
colloquyconversation
obstreperousmarked by unruly or aggressive noisiness : clamorous
desecrateto violate the sanctity of : profane