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

WordMeaning
regenta person who governs a kingdom in the minority, absence, or disability of the sovereign
obeisancea movement of the body made in token of respect or submission : bow
banea source of harm or ruin : curse
implausiblenot plausible : provoking disbelief
suavitysmoothly though often superficially gracious and sophisticated
disheveledmarked by disorder or disarray
culpablemeriting condemnation or blame especially as wrong or harmful
unsightlynot pleasing to the sight : not comely
covenanta usually formal, solemn, and binding agreement : compact
panga brief piercing spasm of pain