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 |
|---|---|
| suffuse | to spread over or through in the manner of fluid or light : flush |
| ingratiate | to gain favor or favorable acceptance for by deliberate effort |
| amulet | a charm (such as an ornament) often inscribed with a magic incantation or symbol to aid the wearer or protect against evil (such as disease or witchcraft) |
| austere | stern and cold in appearance or manner |
| shangri-la | a remote beautiful imaginary place where life approaches perfection : utopia |
| momentum | a property (see property |
| prestige | standing or estimation in the eyes of people : weight or credit in general opinion |
| disparage | to depreciate (see depreciate |
| askew | out of line : at an angle |
| promulgate | to make (an idea, belief, etc.) known to many people by open declaration : proclaim |