automatically (A2)

adverb

Pronunciation: /ˌɔːtəˈmætɪkli/

Definition

Happening or done by itself, without needing direct human control.

Examples

• The lights turn on automatically at sunset.

• This software updates automatically every week.

• He reacted automatically to the loud noise.

How to Use automatically

automatically do something (collocation)

To perform an action by itself or without human help. — "The camera settings adjust automatically to get the best picture."

automatically happen (collocation)

For an event or process to occur without direct human intervention. — "When you press this button, the door opens automatically."

Synonyms of automatically

Words with a similar meaning to automatically:

• by itself
• spontaneously
• involuntarily
• mechanically

Antonyms of automatically

Words with the opposite meaning to automatically:

• manually
• deliberately

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