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automatically

 

[ ˌɔː.təˈmæt.ɪ.kli ]

Adverb
Context #1 | Adverb

in a mechanical manner

In a way that is controlled or done without conscious thought or attention.

Synonyms

instinctively, mechanically, spontaneously

Examples of usage

  • The doors opened automatically as we approached.
  • The system is set to adjust automatically.
Context #2 | Adverb

without human intervention

In a way that is done by a machine or system without the need for human involvement.

Synonyms

autonomously, independently, self-regulating

Examples of usage

  • The software updates automatically every night.
  • The lights turn on and off automatically.
Context #3 | Adverb

in a natural or inevitable manner

In a way that happens as a natural consequence or result.

Synonyms

inevitably, naturally, unavoidably

Examples of usage

  • The price of goods will rise automatically with inflation.
  • He automatically assumed he was at fault.

Translations

Translations of the word "automatically" in other languages:

🇵🇹 automaticamente

🇮🇳 स्वचालित रूप से

🇩🇪 automatisch

🇮🇩 secara otomatis

🇺🇦 автоматично

🇵🇱 automatycznie

🇯🇵 自動的に

🇫🇷 automatiquement

🇪🇸 automáticamente

🇹🇷 otomatik olarak

🇰🇷 자동으로

🇸🇦 تلقائيًا

🇨🇿 automaticky

🇸🇰 automaticky

🇨🇳 自动地

🇸🇮 samodejno

🇮🇸 sjálfkrafa

🇰🇿 автоматты түрде

🇬🇪 ავტომატურად

🇦🇿 avtomatik olaraq

🇲🇽 automáticamente

Etymology

The word 'automatically' originated in the late 19th century from the word 'automatic,' which comes from the Greek word 'automatos' meaning 'self-moving.' The concept of automation and mechanization led to the development of the adverb 'automatically' to describe actions done without human intervention. Over time, it has become a common term in technology, engineering, and everyday language to describe processes that occur spontaneously or without conscious effort.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #3,578, this word is part of upper-intermediate vocabulary. While not among the most basic terms, it appears often enough to be valuable for advanced communication.