automatic (A2)

adjective

Pronunciation: /ˌɔːtəˈmætɪk/

Definition

Working by itself with no control or input from people.

Examples

• This is an automatic washing machine.

• The doors open automatically.

• He bought an automatic car.

How to Use automatic

automatic pilot (collocation)

A system that controls an aircraft or ship without a human pilot. — "The pilot engaged the automatic pilot."

automatic transmission (collocation)

A car system that changes gears by itself. — "She prefers driving with automatic transmission."

Synonyms of automatic

Words with a similar meaning to automatic:

• self-acting
• mechanical
• unthinking

Antonyms of automatic

Words with the opposite meaning to automatic:

• manual
• controlled

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