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
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| nip | to catch hold of and squeeze tightly between two surfaces, edges, or points : pinch |
| expenditure | the act or process of expending |
| ramshackle | appearing ready to collapse : rickety |
| responsiveness | giving response : constituting a response : answering |
| proselytize | to induce someone to convert to one's faith |
| gush | to issue copiously or violently |
| vixen | a female fox |
| hide | to put out of sight : secrete |
| disconcert | to throw into confusion |
| token | a piece resembling a coin issued for use (as for fare on a bus) by a particular group on specified terms |