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 |
|---|---|
| infiltrate | to enter or become established in gradually or unobtrusively usually for subversive purposes |
| indifferent | marked by a lack of interest, enthusiasm, or concern for something : apathetic |
| reek | smoke |
| impel | to urge or drive forward or on by or as if by the exertion of strong moral pressure : force |
| reprobation | the act of reprobating : the state of being reprobated |
| gambol | to skip about in play : frisk |
| affable | being pleasant and at ease in talking to others |
| remote | separated by an interval or space greater than usual |
| palliate | to reduce the violence of (a disease) |
| fritter | a small mass of fried or sautéed batter often containing fruit or meat |