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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WordMeaning
reprisala retaliatory act
withdrawnremoved from immediate contact or easy approach : isolated
preponderancea superiority in weight, power, importance, or strength
relegateto send into exile : banish
avengeto take vengeance for or on behalf of
benefitsomething that produces good or helpful results or effects or that promotes well-being : advantage
witherto become dry and sapless
jumbleto move in a confused or disordered manner
reimburseto pay back to someone : repay
jauntysprightly in manner or appearance : lively