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
recountto relate in detail : narrate
kindredof a similar nature or character : like
gossamera film of cobwebs floating in air in calm clear weather
bestowto put to use : apply
objectiveexpressing or dealing with facts or conditions as perceived without distortion by personal feelings, prejudices, or interpretations
abashto destroy the self-possession or self-confidence of (someone) : disconcert
empathythe action of understanding, being aware of, being sensitive to, and vicariously experiencing the feelings, thoughts, and experience of another of either the past or present without having the feelings, thoughts, and experience fully communicated in an objectively explicit manner
toadyone who flatters in the hope of gaining favors : sycophant
meticulousmarked by extreme or excessive care in the consideration or treatment of details
sycophanta servile self-seeking flatterer