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 |
|---|---|
| consonance | harmony or agreement among components |
| distill | to let fall, exude, or precipitate (see precipitate |
| epitome | a typical or ideal example : embodiment |
| scrimmage | a minor battle : skirmish |
| formality | compliance with formal or conventional rules : ceremony |
| mogul | an Indian Muslim of or descended from one of several conquering groups of Mongol, Turkish, and Persian origin |
| pugilist | fighter |
| repellent | serving or tending to drive away or ward off |
| acetic | vinegary |
| betoken | to typify beforehand : presage |