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 |
|---|---|
| prehensile | adapted for seizing or grasping especially by wrapping around |
| thermal | of, relating to, or caused by heat |
| plenitude | the quality or state of being full : completeness |
| apposite | highly pertinent or appropriate : apt |
| paltry | inferior |
| fundamental | serving as a basis supporting existence or determining essential structure or function : basic |
| inroad | an advance or penetration often at the expense of someone or something |
| entreat | to plead with especially in order to persuade : ask urgently |
| inconsequential | of no significance : unimportant |
| repast | something taken as food : meal |