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.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| opportunist | one that is opportunistic or that practices opportunism |
| prosper | to succeed in an enterprise or activity |
| hubris | exaggerated pride or self-confidence |
| conversant | having knowledge or experience |
| euthanasia | the act or practice of killing or permitting the death of hopelessly sick or injured individuals (such as persons or domestic animals) in a relatively painless way for reasons of mercy |
| depreciate | to lower in honor or esteem |
| rigid | deficient in or devoid of flexibility |
| minutiae | a minute or minor detail |
| precise | exactly or sharply defined or stated |
| surmount | to prevail over : overcome |