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
languishto be or become feeble, weak, or enervated
levityexcessive or unseemly frivolity
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maritimeof, relating to, or bordering on the sea
waketo be or remain awake
osseousbony
regicidea person who kills a king
collateralproperty (such as securities) pledged by a borrower to protect the interests of the lender
appraiseto set a value on : to estimate the amount of
wispa small handful (as of hay or straw)