CEFR B2

automate

verb

Meaning

Convert a process or operation to be performed automatically by machines or software.

Examples

Many companies now automate their payroll systems to reduce human error.
We need to automate the data entry tasks to save our employees time.

Synonyms: mechanize, computerize, streamline, robotize

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automate (B2)

verb

Pronunciation: /ˈɔːtəmeɪt/

Definition

Convert a process or operation to be performed automatically by machines or software.

Examples

Many companies now automate their payroll systems to reduce human error.
We need to automate the data entry tasks to save our employees time.
The software was designed to automate complex calculations that previously took hours.

How to Use automate

automate something (collocation): To make a specific thing automatic. — "We plan to automate our inventory tracking."
be automated by (collocation): Passive voice indicating the agent of automation. — "The system is automated by advanced AI algorithms."

Synonyms of automate

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