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
subliminalinadequate to produce a sensation or a perception
finesserefinement or delicacy of workmanship, structure, or texture
dogmaticcharacterized by or given to the expression of opinions very strongly or positively as if they were facts
dozeto sleep lightly
unscathedwholly unharmed : not injured
bearingthe manner in which one behaves or comports oneself : the manner in which one bears (see bear
tributesomething given or contributed voluntarily as due or deserved
bountifulliberal or generous in bestowing gifts or favors
fecundityfruitful in offspring or vegetation : prolific
galvanizeto subject to the action of an electric current especially for the purpose of stimulating physiologically