automatic

[aw-tuh-mat-ik] / ˌɔ təˈmæt ɪk /

ADJECTIVE

done or made by machine

Synonyms

STRONGEST

automated electric electronic mechanical

WEAK

mechanized motorized robotic self-moving self-regulating self-starting

Antonyms

STRONGEST

by hand manual

WEAK

stilted thought-out unnatural

ADJECTIVE

done by habit

Synonyms

STRONGEST

mechanical natural

STRONG

reflex routine unconscious

WEAK

autogenetic habitual impulsive instinctive instinctual intuitive involuntary knee-jerk perfunctory spontaneous unforced unintentional unmeditated unthinking unwilled

Antonyms

WEAK

by hand manual stilted thought-out unnatural

ADJECTIVE

occurring as natural consequence

Synonyms

STRONGEST

certain inevitable

STRONG

necessary routine

WEAK

assured inescapable unavoidable

Antonyms

STRONGEST

doubtful uncertain unsure

WEAK

by hand manual stilted thought-out unnatural

Example Sentences

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When I am helping others, I like to set up automatic updates on iOS and Android devices first, then security cameras, thermostats and Wi-Fi routers.

From The Wall Street Journal

Despite missing out on an automatic last-16 spot, the mood at Palace remains upbeat.

From BBC

In Tour drive mode, automatic gearshifts are heard more than felt.

From The Wall Street Journal

Women's Super League champions Chelsea secured automatic qualification for the last eight by finishing in the top four in the league stage alongside Barcelona, Lyon and Bayern Munich.

From BBC

From the back of the car, Mr Barr leans forward and holds the automatic gear selector in park mode.

From BBC

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