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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commemorative | intended as a commemoration |
magniloquent | speaking in or characterized by a high-flown often bombastic style or manner |
genus | a class, kind, or group marked by common characteristics or by one common characteristic |
variegate | to diversify in external appearance especially with different colors : dapple |
elated | marked by high spirits : exultant |
odds | the probability that one thing is so or will happen rather than another : chances |
catalyst | a substance that enables a chemical reaction to proceed at a usually faster rate or under different conditions (as at a lower temperature) than otherwise possible |
incoherent | lacking coherence: such as |
discomfit | to put into a state of perplexity and embarrassment : disconcert |
geniality | marked by or freely expressing sympathy or friendliness |