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
quixoticfoolishly impractical especially in the pursuit of ideals
pachydermany of various nonruminant mammals (such as an elephant, a rhinoceros, or a hippopotamus) of a former group (Pachydermata) that have hooves or nails resembling hooves and usually thick skin
inanelacking significance, meaning, or point : silly
enhanceheighten
remorsea gnawing distress arising from a sense of guilt for past wrongs : self-reproach
lexicona book containing an alphabetical arrangement of the words in a language and their definitions : dictionary
frustrateto balk or defeat in an endeavor
chasma deep cleft in the surface of a planet (such as the earth) : gorge
ponderousof very great weight
brackishsomewhat salty