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 |
|---|---|
| aboriginal | being the first or earliest known of its kind present in a region |
| proviso | an article or clause (as in a contract) that introduces a condition |
| unexceptionable | not open to objection or criticism : beyond reproach : unimpeachable |
| deposition | a testifying especially before a court |
| esoteric | designed for or understood by the specially initiated alone |
| plausible | superficially fair, reasonable, or valuable but often specious |
| avuncular | suggestive of an uncle especially in kindliness or geniality |
| rancor | bitter deep-seated ill will |
| vicar | an ecclesiastical agent: such as |
| animadversion | a critical and usually censorious remark |